Benjamin Pincus Sensei- Rokudan (6th degree black belt) Chief Instructor and Executive Director of the ACV Youth Program
Benjamin Pincus is the Chief Instructor and Executive Director of Aikido of Champlain Valley. He began Aikido in 1982 at the age of 13. Sensei presently holds the teaching rank of Shihan (master instructor) from Birankai North America and Rokudan (6th degree black belt) recognized by the International Aikido Federation and Hombu Dojo in Tokyo, Japan. He is a full-time professional teacher, devoting his life to teaching traditional martial arts and the growth of his personal practice. He and his wife are raising two boys.
“Teaching children is a blessing. Often, I take my practice too seriously, and kids remind me that I need to leaven my Aikido with joy and laughter. Nothing is more magical than seeing a child discover their center and power through the practice of Aikido. I also love that the philosophy of Aikido provides many lessons on how to live a peaceful, compassionate and mindful life for students of all ages.”
Guy Franko, Shodan (1st degree black belt)
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