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558 Vandalia St
Saint Paul, MN 55114
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Classes & Schedule

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Wed
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11:00a-1:00pOpen Mat
      
        
6:00-7:00p
 Family

Weapons
Family
  
 7:00-9:00p Taigi
Beginner's Program or Basic Ki & Aikido
Ki Class & Kiatsu
 Mixed Level & Misogi
  

Class Descriptions

Contents

  1. 1 Introductory Classes
    1. 1.1 Beginner’s Program
    2. 1.2 Bokken Foundations
    3. 1.3 Caring for Patients
    4. 1.4 Falling Safely
    5. 1.5 Jo Foundations
    6. 1.6 Shodo--The Art of Japanese Calligraphy
  2. 2 Ongoing Classes
    1. 2.1 Basic Ki & Aikido
    2. 2.2 Family Program
    3. 2.3 Ki Class
    4. 2.4 Kiatsu
    5. 2.5 Misogi
    6. 2.6 Mixed Level Ki & Aikido
    7. 2.7 Open Mat
    8. 2.8 Special Topics
    9. 2.9 Taigi
    10. 2.10 Weapons
  3. 3 Special Programs
    1. 3.1 Shinshin Toitsu Gakuen
    2. 3.2 Kiatsu Program


Introductory Classes

We have online registration available for many of our introductory classes. For a list of current offerings and to register, click here.

Beginner’s Program

A comprehensive introduction to Ki-Aikido and Ki-Development, our Beginner's Program is an ideal way to begin training, or to review the foundations or our art.
Meets: Tuesday 7:00-9:00pm
Prerequisite: none
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Bokken Foundations

The bokken is a wooden sword shaped like the Samurai sword, the katana. Traditionally, bokken were used as a safe substitute for real swords in Saumrai training. Today, we use the bokken as a tool for developing mindfullness, clarity, and relaxation. In this class, you will learn basic principles of mind-body coordination and basic bokken technique. We will also explore the application of these principles and techniques to our modern, everyday lives. As we learn to cut with the bokken, we are also learning to "cut" through obstacles in our lives.
Meets: Wednesday 6:00-6:55pm
Prerequisite: none
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Caring for Patients

Many people who care for seniors or patients struggle with their own well being and experience fatigue and physical strain. In this class, designed for people who care for others at work or at home, you will learn to simple techniques to reduce this stress and create a positive connection with people you provide care for. Through simple, hands-on exercises that coordinate mind and body you will learn to assist others in basic activities such as sitting up in bed, getting out of a chair, and walking while minimizing strain on both you and those you care for.
Meets: Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm
Prerequisite: none
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Falling Safely

A 6 week workshop dedicated to learning how to fall without getting hurt. Students progress at their own rate and all levels are welcome.
Meets: Tuesday 6:00-6:55pm
Prerequisite: none
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Jo Foundations

Practice of the Jo, which means "stick" in Japanese, is a highly refined art with a 400 year history in Japan. At just over 4' long, the Jo balances long reach with speed and agility. Working with the Jo teaches us how to use balance, rhythm, momentum and centrifugal force to move quickly, efficiently, and powerfully. Because Jo techniques derive their power from relaxed movement, Jo exercises also help us to understand the unity of calm and action and help us cultivate inner calm even when we are busy. In this class we will learn basic principles of the Jo, and practice fundamental Jo movements and forms.
Meets: Wednesday 6:00-6:55pm
Prerequisite: none
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Shodo--The Art of Japanese Calligraphy

Explore the meditative art of Japanese calligraphy in this hands on class. Shodo is a specialized art using a brush and black ink to write Japanese characters. The art involves not only accurate composition of characters, but also the way the brush is handled in their creation, the shading of the ink, and the balanced placement of the characters on the paper.
Meets: Tuesday 6:00-6:55pm
Prerequisite: none
Instructor: Mike Waltz
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Ongoing Classes

Basic Ki & Aikido

Introductory level classes in Ki Development and Ki-Aikido, offered when we do not have a Beginner's Program in session.
Meets: Tuesday 7:00-9:00pm
Prerequisite: none
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Family Program

For youth ages 6-12 and their adult companions. Everyone practices together in this fun, dynamic class!
Meets: Monday & Thursday 6:05-6:55pm
Prerequisite: Age 6-12 or accompanying a youth
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Ki Class

Special Topics in Ki Development, including Ki Breathing, Ki Meditation, Ki Development Exercises, and application of Ki principles in daily life.
Meets: Wednesday 7:05-8:00
Prerequisite: Beginner’s Program or instructor’s approval
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Kiatsu

Training and hands on practice in Kiatsu Ryoho. Guests are welcome to come receive Kiatsu from instructors and students.
Meets: Wednesday 8:05-9:00
Prerequisite: Beginner’s Program or instructor’s approval
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Misogi

Dynamic, bell ringing and chanting meditation together with a mixed level Ki & Aikido class. Guests are welcome.
Meets: 3rd Thursday of each month 7:05-9:00
Prerequisite: none
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Mixed Level Ki & Aikido

Ongoing classes in Ki Development and Ki-Aikido for all levels.
Meets: Thursday 7:05-9:00
Prerequisite: Beginner’s Program or instructor’s approval
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Open Mat

Open practice time for students. Senior students and assistant instructors are generally available to train together with and to assist. Students are encouraged to schedule private lessons with seniors during these times. Guests are also welcome to schedule private introductions during Open Mat sessions.
Meets: Sunday 9:00-11:00am & Monday 9:30-11:00am
Prerequisite: none
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Special Topics

Mixed level Ki and Aikido classes covering a wide variety of topics of particular interest to intermediate and advanced students.
Meets: Sunday 11:00-12:00
Prerequisite: none
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Taigi

Advanced Ki-Aikido classes that emphasize balance, rhythm, and largeness of Ki.
Meets: Monday 7:05-9:00
Prerequisite: 5th kyu in Ki-Aikido or instructor’s approval
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Weapons

Often vigorous classes using the bokken (sword), jo (staff), and tanto (dagger) to develop a deeper understanding of Ki Principles.
Meets: Wednesday 6:00-6:55
Prerequisite: Beginner’s Program or instructor’s approval
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Special Programs

Shinshin Toitsu Gakuen

Our three year instructor training program, running September to May, gives students an unparalleled foundation in Ki Development and Ki-Aikido. This is an intensive program with a strong focus on personal development and on the application of principles of Ki and Aikido in daily life.
Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval

Kiatsu Program

A nine month introduction to Kiatsu. Through three weekend intensive and weekly practice sessions students will learn to open to the healing power of the Ki of the Universe though the realization of mind-body oneness. The program places a strong emphasis on personal development as the foundation of caring for others.
More information about this program, including a downloadable flier, is available on our Kiatsu Program Page.
 Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval
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