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Charles Colten is the director and chief instructor of Aikido in the Schools, which is committed to bringing the benefits of Aikido to youth in public and private schools. He also teaches privately to adults in New York City and gives Aikido seminars and workshops around the United States, Latin America, and Europe.

His primary teachers are Endo Shihan, Jan Nevelius Sensei, and Jorma Lyly Sensei and he is extremely grateful to his other teachers who have influenced him deeply, including Sensei(s) Mary Heiny, Saotome Mitsugi, Ikeda Hiroshi, Yamashima Takashi, Okamoto Seigo, John Stone, and Robin Cooper.

This upcoming workshop will focus on musubi and soft ukemi.

Schedule:
Saturday March 2:

Children’s class* 10-11am,
Adult class 11:15am-12:30pm.
Lunch break.
Afternoon class 2:30-4:30pm.
Pot-luck dinner

Sunday March 3:

Adult class 10am-1pm

* Children’s class ages 7 and up, Adult classes ages 12 and up.

Cost: Sliding-scale $15-$30 per class

More information: info@blueheronaikido.org

Event Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/135162696648779/

]]> http://www.blueheronaikido.org/2013/02/03/charles-colten-seminar-march-2-3-2013/feed/ 0 http://www.blueheronaikido.org/2013/01/08/next-beginner-series-february-19-march-14/ http://www.blueheronaikido.org/2013/01/08/next-beginner-series-february-19-march-14/#comments Tue, 08 Jan 2013 14:49:02 +0000 Adam http://www.blueheronaikido.org/?p=569 We welcome all newcomers to join us for for a one-month Aikido introduction series. This series will focus on the fundamental teachings and techniques of Aikido to ensure that all participants start their journey with a solid footing.

Classes are mixed youth and adults providing a unique opportunity for adults and youth to train together. Ages 12 and up. No prior experience necessary. Students must come to at least one class each week.

The introductory series runs from Tuesday, February 19 to Thursday, March 14, 2013.
Class times: Tue, & Thurs 5:30-6:45 pm
Location: The Blue Heron dojo at the Municipal Gym.
Fee: $50

After the conclusion of the one-month beginner series entrants may continue training with the dojo for the remainder of March for no additional fee. (Regular training fees are $35 per month).

While students are welcome to wear a white keikogi, no special clothes or equipment are needed. Loose-fitting or stretchy athletic pants (sweatpants or similar) and a tee shirt are fine.

For more information email or call Holly Weir: 802-453-2042

Co-instructor of the Blue Heron children’s program, Jeff Stauch, teaching Aikido in Addis Abba, Ethiopia.

Taught by Jeff Stauch and Greg Selover, the program focuses on instilling respect for ourselves and for others, discipline, and a dedication toward constructive problem solving.

Classes are Tuesdays 3:30-4:30pm and Saturdays 9:00-10:00am below the gym in the community center.

For more details on the class times, location, and rules, click here.

Classes are mixed youth and adults providing a unique opportunity for adults and youth to train together. Ages 12 and up. No prior experience necessary. Students must come to one or more classes each week.

The Fall introductory series runs from September 25 – October 18, 2012.
Class times: Tue, & Thurs 5:30-6:45 pm
Location: The Blue Heron dojo at the Municipal Gym.
Fee: $50

After the conclusion of the one-month beginner series entrants may continue training with the dojo for the remainder of October for no additional fee. (Regular training fees are $35 per month).

While students are welcome to wear a white keikogi, no special clothes or equipment are needed. Loose-fitting or stretchy athletic pants (sweatpants or similar) and a tee shirt are fine.

For more information email or call Holly Weir: 802-453-2042

• Sundays 4:00-5:15 – Randori class
  Open to all who have completed the beginner series.
  Taught by Jonathan Miller-Lane.
• Mondays 5:30-6:45 – Intermediate/Advanced class
  Open to all who have tested for 5th Kyu and above.
  Taught by Jonathan Miller-Lane.
• Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30-6:45 – General training for all levels
  Taught by Holly Weir, Adam Franco, and Jeff Stauch.

Please see our Class Schedule page for the full calendar.

Training fees are $35 per month, payable monthly, quarterly or yearly. Fees for Middlebury College students are $35 per semester, and $35 for the summer months. “J” term dues are $20, if the the student has not already paid for Spring semester.

Fees for beginners’ series are $50 for 4 weeks and any remaining portion of a month thereafter.

Fees may be paid in cash or check. Checks should be made out to “Town of Middlebury”.
All fees should be turned in to Holly Weir, Adam Franco, or Jeff Stauch. This is so we can track who has paid, and to what date. We will then pass the fees on to the town.

Any new student MUST fill out a release form and turn it in with the first payment.

Visitors

We ask that visiting participants contribute $10 per class (or up to $35 per month). Please fill out a release form and give the form and contribution to Holly Weir, Adam Franco, or Jeff Stauch.

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