Duration: 1 hour; Free; Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido: Crayons, markers, and paints a little too tame for ya? Take your art materials to the next level, and learn Muso Shinden-Ryu, the mystical art of sword-drawing! Under the tutelage of Chief Instructor Vu X. Ha Sensi, you will learn this gorgeous flowing art form that turns the sword and your body into beautiful art tools, using the space around you as your canvas. Muso Shinden Ryu was founded by Nakayama Hakudo in 1932, and has been giving its practitioners tangible benefits ever since. It's a little bit like dance, a little bit like combat, and will get you in great shape. Plus, it leaves you feeling good about yourself. So what are you waiting for? Go create something beautiful! Cancellation Policy: As a courtesy to others looking to attend, please provide cancellation notice at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled activity.
Learn the art of Muso Shinden Ryuo Iaido, a beautiful, flowing sword-dance
Make the world your canvas as you move with poetic grace
Get in a great, low-stress workout that will leave your body replenished and energized
Make new friends in a welcoming environment filled with peace and serenity
Note: This is a free-trial class for first time users only.
Beginner Aikido
Duration: 1 hour; Free; Beginner Aikido: Aikido is a martial art that focuses on defense and protection from injury. Learning technique and increasing your fitness will be important aspects of your aikido training. Stretches and warm ups will precede your training to ensure you reach your physical peak. You will then learn how concepts and movements build on each other for a training experience that goes beyond simple technique. Enhance your defense strategies and apply principles of aikido to redirect the attacks of an aggressor. Experience fighting from a new angle as you learn the necessary techniques to be able to control or throw an attacker. This class will ultimately give you a firm understanding of maintaining fluid motion without sacrificing power. Come and learn how aikido is a unique discipline that lends awareness to momentum and practical combat. Cancellation Policy: As a courtesy to others looking to attend, please provide cancellation notice at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled activity. Failure to do so may affect your standing for future bookings.
Learn aikido regardless of your fitness or training level in this introductory class
Gain defensive skills and redirect the attacks of an aggressor by utilizing fluid movements
Develop a consistent routine of stretching and exercising for increased results
Incorporate joint and balance manipulation techniques to control or throw an attacker
Note: This is a free-trial class for first time students only.