Introductory Course

ENROLLMENT IN THIS COURSE IS NOW CLOSED.

This course offers beginners an introduction to the basic movements, strategy, and principles of Daito-ryu as practiced by Takumakai. It consists of seven highly structured lessons, of which the first is free and open to the public.

This first lesson on Saturday, January 30, 2010 begins at 4pm with a brief overview of the seven week course and Daito-ryu and includes demonstration and hands-on training.  It is our intent to provide interested students with an opportunity to explore Daito-ryu and get to know us  and our dojo. Previous experience is not necessary.

Topics covered will include:
1. Taisabaki (basic body movement)
2. Ukemi (rolling)
3. Fundamental aiki waza and its application (internal energy exercises)
4. Basic techniques from the hiden mokuroku ikkajo (first level of techniques)

At the end of the first lesson, attendees will decide if they wish to complete the enrollment process and continue training. The remaining six lessons are conducted over roughly the following six weeks, with a new lesson taught each week.  (The Wednesday and Saturday sessions cover the same material to accommodate those who are unable to attend both. All participants must attend at least one session per week but two is recommended.)

Please note that a minimum number of participants are necessary to hold the course and that class size is limited by the total membership of the dojo.  To begin the enrollment process, please complete the form below to reserve a space for the first lesson.

From: January 30th, 2010 to March 13th, 2010
On Wednesdays from 8-9:30pm
On Saturdays from 4-5:30pm

The first lesson is Saturday, January 30, 2010 from 4-5:30pm.

Location:
Jikishinkan Dojo
316 Dean Street, Brooklyn NY 11217 (map)

Tuition: $135 (The first lesson is free but a reservation is required. Tuition is due after completion of the first lesson and full enrollment in the course.)