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We frequently host guest instructors to teach day- and weekend-long Aikido seminars. The goal of seminars is to expand the scope and breadth of a student’s practice by inviting senior instructors from around the world.

Aikido is not an isolated practice, and by attending seminars a student can gain fresh perspective and inspiration to deepen their understanding. We have invited direct students (uchi deshi) of the founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba including Yoshimitsu Yamada Sensei and Kazuo Chiba Sensei.

Every summer we hold an intensive weapons retreat at Cloud Mountain Aikido in Roxbury, Vermont.

We also schedule sesshin (intensive zazen retreats), Diversity training, and Conflict Resolution workshops.

Upcoming Events for 2025-2026

 

Youth Classes (ages 7-12) Begin: Tuesday, November 4th at 4:30pm. Pre-registration encouraged. 

Seminar with Didier Boyet Sensei 7th Dan Birankai Shihan, December 6-7th Pre-registration encouraged. Tentative Schedule: Saturday 1-5 pm. Dojo Party at 6pm. Sunday 10am-1pm. The cost of the seminar is $120 for Saturday and Sunday, $80 for Saturday only/ $60 for Sunday only. If you cannot afford the full cost of the seminar we offer scholarship discounts. Housing available in the dojo. All aikido traditions welcome!

Dojo Samu: All Member end of year dojo cleaning Saturday, December 20th following adult class. Pizza and food included!

Dojo Closed December 22-27th. Happy Holidays!

Misogi/Etsunen keiko (Purification/training into new year): December 30th at 6pm: adult special practice and party – dojo party celebrating the New Year at 7:15pm. All levels welcome!

No class New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Happy New Year!

Adult Aikido Workshop: Saturday, January 10th at 1pm. This free workshop introduces the basic movements and philosophy of Aikido. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and be prepared to move! (This workshop is open to adults and focused teens).  We offer inclusive classes and a safe space for all. Pre-registration on our homepage is encouraged. 

Youth/Family Workshop: Saturday, January 10th at 10am. Youth ages 7-12 and family members are welcome to discover the non-competitive martial art of aikido. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and be prepared to move! Pre-registration on our home page is encouraged. 

Adult Aikido Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 13th at 6pm   We offer inclusive classes and a safe space for all. Pre-registration encouraged. Focused teens are also welcome. Beginners welcome to attend basic classes 5 days a week! 

UVM Phys. Ed. Credit Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 13th at 6pm. 

ACV Adult Tests: Saturday, January 31st at 10:45am- all eligible members must have minimum training hours, train at least twice a week and regularly attend seminars/dojo events.