Current Class Schedule

Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
					9:30 - 10:30 AM Children's Class (Ages 7 - 12)
	12:00 - 1:00 PM UVM Credit Class	12:00 - 1:00 PM Basics	12:00 - 1:00 PM UVM Credit Class		10:45 - 11:45 AM All Levels
	4:00 - 5:00 PM Iaido *	4:00 - 5:00 PM Children's Class (Ages 7 - 12)	4:00 - 5:00 PM Intermediate Children's Class * Begins in 2007	4:00 - 5:00 PM Free Practice	12:00 - 1:45 PM Iaido *	10:00 - 11:00 AM Basics
5:00 - 5:30 PM Free Practice	5:00 - 5:30 PM Free Practice	5:00 - 5:30 PM Free Practice	5:00 - 5:30 PM Free Practice	5:00 - 5:30 PM Free Practice
5:30 - 6:30 PM Basics	5:30 - 6:30 PM Introductory	5:30 - 6:30 PM All Levels	5:30 - 6:30 PM Introductory	5:30 - 7:15 PM Weapons / Open Hands
6:35 - 7:45 PM Free Practice	6:35 - 7:45 PM All Levels	6:35 - 7:45 PM Intermediate Empty Hands *	6:35 - 7:45 PM All Levels	7:30 PM Private Class*
	8:00 - 9:00 PM Free Practice	8:00 - 9:00 PM Free Practice	8:00 - 8:40 PM Zazen

Note: Schedule subject to change: Last revised January 7, 2008.

Class Descriptions

Children: For children ages 7 - 12. These classes integrate Aikido techniques, Aikido-related games and methods to resolve conflict without using violence.
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 under 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 mos. 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 class is led by Benjamin Pincus under the direction of Roger Wehrhahn Shihan. Instructors 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

Effective January 1, 2007
Monthly Dues should be paid on or before the first of every month, unless other arrangements have been made.
Monthly dues are for unlimited classes. Adult classes meet seven days a week. Children's classes meet 2-3 times per week. Some classes are by permission of the Chief Instructor only.

Adults: $80 (unlimited classes)
Students/Young Adults (13-17 years old or full time adult students with a valid i.d.): $70
Law Enforcement Employees/Military: $70
Children ages 7-12: $60
Special Intro Series: $160 for 3 months. Only for new students without prior Aikido training.
Six month membership: $425
Aikido and Iaido membership: $100
Family Rates, one month:

Couples: $140
Two children (age 7-12): $100
One parent, one child: $110
One parent, two children: $150

Ask about family rates for larger families.
We also have Group rates. Please ask for details.

Mat Fees

Mat fees are for visiting Aikidoka only. We do not offer classes on a per-class basis for prospective students or current members.

USAF Affiliated: by donation
All other affiliates: $10 per class, $15 for two classes.

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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