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Current Class Schedule
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9:30 - 10:30 AM
Children's Class
(Ages 7 - 12)
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12:00 - 1:00 PM
Basics
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10:45 - 12:15 AM
All Levels
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4:00 - 5:00 PM
Children's Class
(Ages 7 - 12)
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4:00 - 5:00 PM
Intermediate Children's Class *
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4:00 - 5:00 PM
Basics
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10:00 - 11:00 AM Basics
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5:00 - 5:30 PM
Open Practice
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5:00 - 5:30 PM
Open Practice
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5:00 - 5:30 PM
Open Practice
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5:00 - 5:30 PM
Open Practice
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5:00 - 5:30 PM
Open Practice
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5:30 - 6:30 PM
Basics
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5:30 - 6:30 PM
Introductory
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5:30 - 7:00 PM
All Levels
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5:30 - 6:30 PM
Introductory
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5:30 - 7:15 PM
Weapons / Open Hands
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6:35 - 7:45 PM
Open Practice
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6:35 - 7:45 PM
All Levels
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7:15 - 7:40 PM
Zazen
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6:35 - 8:00 PM
Iaido*
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Note: Schedule subject to change: Last revised
December 3rd, 2009.
Class Descriptions
Children: For children ages 7 - 12.
These classes integrate Aikido
techniques,
Aikido-related games and methods to resolve conflict without using
violence. Intermediate Children's classes are for teens and kids who have
progressed in their Aikido training beyond the scope of the regular kid's
class.
Introductory: These classes are
structured for students new to
Aikido. Emphasis is on ukemi (falling), physical conditioning and
basic
techniques.
Basics: The emphasis in Basics classes is on foundational
techniques.
These classes are recommended for students of all levels.
All Levels: All level classes are faster paced. New
students
with less than one month of experience should ask for permission to attend
these classes.
Weapons:Aikido weapons are the
foundation for understanding
empty hands
technique. Aiki-ken and Aiki-jo are taught in these classes.
Permission
of instructor and at least 3 months of Aikido empty hands practice is
required.
Intermediate: These classes are by permission of the
instructor.
Free Practice: These timeslots are to give students additional
time on the mat to help refine technique and prepare for testing.
Zazen: Seated meditation.
Iaido: The art of quick draw sword.
This class is taught by
Benjamin Pincus. Instructor's permission is required.
UVM class: University of Vermont Physical Education Aikido
Class. This class is open to members of Aikido of Champlain Valley. This
class is
only available during the UVM academic year .
Membership Dues
We offer discounted membership rates for families, students, military/law
enforcement/emergency responders. Please call 802-951-8900 for more
information. You can also e-mail us at dojo@aikidovt.org
or drop by our 257 Pine
Street location. Visitors are always welcome (please examine the above
schedule for class hours).
Keikogi, bokken, and jo are available for purchase at
the dojo.
Feel free to stop by and watch a
class(a senior student will answer any questions
you may have),
or call (802) 951-8900 to make an appointment to speak with the
chief instructor.
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Aikido
of Champlain Valley is a 501(c)(3) federal non-profit organization that
admits students of any race, color, age, gender, and sexual preference
to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities that are
available to all members. We do not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, age, gender, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin in
our educational, hiring and admissions policies.
Aikido of Champlain Valley is a member of the United States Aikido
Federation
©2004-2008 Aikido of Champlain Valley, 257 Pine
St., Burlington Vermont For questions or comments about this web site,
please e-mail the webmaster
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