New and experienced Aikidoists ages 6 - 12 train together in the Art of Peace. The week will be filled with learning Aikido techniques, the philospohy of Aikido, rolling, blending, and centering, a day of outdoor training in nature (at Delaveaga Park), and a lesson in Japanese brush calligraphy. Plus Aikido games! The camp is a great way for new students to learn about Aikido and then join the regular young people’s classes.

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MEET THE KANGEIKO CHALLENGE!  Train all 7 days of the Winter Intensive -- or the 3-day Weekend Option, a single day, or as much as you can, during the week. Strengthen your mind, body, spirit, and community, through Aikido! 

All Kangeiko classes are free for ASC members: sign up as usual for the classes you'll attend during the week.  Visiting Aikido students are welcome!  Click here for more information about how to sign up.

Please note: Kangeiko is for current Aikido students, at ASC and from other Aikido dojos.  New, prospective students are welcome to observe any class.  Next Intro Class will start Feb. 3.  More info about the Intro Class can be found here.

DURING KANGEIKO -- WINTER TRAINING INTENSIVE -- we intensify our Aikido training for one week, in the “coldest” time of year. Santa Cruz Aikido Kangeiko began in 1976 and has continued every year for over forty years! It is a way to strengthen mind, body, and spirit...increase your sense of commitment...and build community. Increase your training: by one class, a weekend, or every day for a week!

KANGEIKO is free to ASC members! And we welcome visiting Aikidoists from other dojos, as well as former ASC students: Please join us! Visitor mat fee is $20/day, or $100 for the whole week of Kangeiko. New this year: a Weekend Kangeiko Option, Friday-Saturday-Sunday ($50 fee for Visitors). Please see **VISITOR INFORMATION below.

“TRUE VICTORY IS VICTORY OVER ONESELF.” – O-Sensei The spirit of Winter Training is to challenge yourself, to meet that challenge successfully, and to support others. Train as much as you can! There are multiple classes each day, led by chief instructor Linda Holiday and dedicated instructors: Glen Kimoto, Peter Ralls, Alan Holiday, Dennis Wheeler, Aimen Al-Refai, Jerilyn Munyon, Jeanne Sofen, Neil Mick, Nico Secunda, Shawn Murphy, Jay Munyer, Robert Summers, Jeff Reed, Zachiah Murray.... Join with our dojo community, and meet the Kangeiko challenge!

寒稽古 KANGEIKO CALLIGRAPHY All adult/teen ASC students as well as Visitors, who train at least once a day for 7 days, will receive a piece of Japanese calligraphy hand-brushed by Linda Holiday Sensei, on the last day of Kangeiko.

FOR ADULT AND TEEN AIKIDOISTS: There are multiple classes every day: our daily schedule of classes plus early morning Kangeiko classes at 6:30-7:30 am every day, Monday through Saturday! and a special Beach Misogi Practice: Sunday 7-8 am. Plus, there are two All Ages Aikido classes: Sat. 2:30-4:00pm, & Sunday 10:30-12:00. See the full schedule below.

FOR AIKIDOISTS AGES 6-12: Young Aikidoists are encouraged to participate in Kids Kangeiko by training daily, or any amount, during the week. All our youth and teen classes (Monday through Thursday afternoons) will be open to all ages of students who are enrolled in our youth/teen programs. There is a special youth/teen class on Friday, January 27th, 4:00-5:00pm. And the Saturday 2:30-4:00 pm and Sunday 10:30-12 classes are for “ALL AGES” (youth/teens and adults all together).

寒稽古 Each youth student who trains at least 4 days will receive a Kangeiko Certificate. Students who train all 7 days will, in addition, receive a piece of Japanese calligraphy hand-brushed by Linda Holiday Sensei, ASC chief instructor.

KANGEIKO 2024 CONCLUDES ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 28 with two morning classes: 7:00-8:00 am special class & Misogi (purification) Practice on the Beach (at Natural Bridges), and 10:30-12:00 (All Levels & All Ages: adult/teens/youth together). A ceremony at noon to present Kangeiko Certificates and Calligraphy, then a Potluck Lunch for the whole community, and the Giveaway Drawing.

THE GIVEAWAY: Every person who trains at least once at Aikido of Santa Cruz during the week of Kangeiko will be entered in the Giveaway Drawing on Saturday. Each time you train, you get another Giveaway ticket! Gifts to be awarded include:

• Grand Prize I (for adults/teens): Free admission to our 4-day Santa Cruz Aikido Summer Retreat, July 11-14, 2024.

• Grand Prize II (for Aikido youth): Free admission to our 5-day Kids Aikido Summer Camp, July 22-26, 2024.

• Grand Prize III: A beautiful handcrafted wooden clock by Glen Kimoto Sensei.

• Contact us at info@aikidosantacruz.org to offer a gift to the Giveaway.

Please donate to support Kangeiko & ASC! https://aikidosantacruz.org/donate

Your donations provide essential support for Aikido of Santa Cruz as we continue to emerge and rebuild, after the pandemic shutdown. We are a nonprofit, public-benefit, charitable 501(c)3 organization, so donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. We couldn’t do this without you. Deep Gratitude!

** VISITOR INFORMATION: Aikido of Santa Cruz is a friendly place to train as a visitor. We welcome you to our community for Kangeiko week!

Training fees for VISITORS: $100 for the whole week, or $20/day. New this year: a Weekend Kangeiko Option for visitors: $50 fee for Friday, Saturday, & Sunday.

TO ATTEND: Follow the instructions below to register for an account with ASC, buy a pass, and reserve your space in classes. Please contact the ASC office with any questions about signing up online or attending ASC classes; or if you are a visitor staying overnight. info@aikidosantacruz.org or 831-423-8326

1. Register for an Account on MindBody.

Tip: if you already have a MindBody account, you can use the same email and password when registering to link your existing account.

2. Login to your MindBody account online (not on the app) and purchase a "Kangeiko one-week pass" , “Kangeiko Weekend Pass”, or "Single Day pass" from our Online Store.

Tip: Select "Kangeiko One-week Pass", “Kangeiko Weekend Pass”, or "Single Day pass" from the list of options. Click “I Agree” and then Make Purchase. Then click Checkout.

3. After you receive your confirmation email, browse the class schedule and “Sign Up” for any class you are eligible for.

Tip: if you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact the dojo for assistance.

4. Confirm your class booking and you’re all set!

Click here to register online, with a $5 discount. You can also register at the door.

The Summer Retreat has returned to the Civic Center!

Registration Now Open

The Summer Retreat will once again be taught by Senseis Mary Heiny, 7th Dan, and Linda Holiday, 7th Dan

with special guest instructors

Jack Wada, 7th Dan
Michael Friedl, 7th Dan
Kayla Feder, 7th Dan
Kimberly Richardson, 7th Dan
Ginny Breeland, 6th Dan
Michael Weber, 5th Dan
Ricardo Jenez, 4th Dan
Nico Secunda, 4th Dan

Click here for detailed information about the Summer Retreat

Click here to see a detailed schedule of Retreat classes.

An Introduction to fundamental principles, techniques, and philosophy of Aikido, for new adult students (ages 13+). Enjoy non-competitive training in a supportive dojo environment. Taught by ASC chief instructor Linda Holiday, assisted by other ASC instructors.

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An Introduction to fundamental principles, techniques, and philosophy of Aikido, for new adult students (ages 13+). Enjoy non-competitive training in a supportive dojo environment. Taught by ASC chief instructor Linda Holiday, assisted by other ASC instructors.

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Train as much as you can, in 7 days! Morning and evening classes.

** VISITOR INFORMATION: Aikido of Santa Cruz is a friendly place to train as a visitor. We welcome you to our community for Kangeiko week!
Training fees for Visitors: $90 for the whole week, or $15/day.
TO ATTEND: Sign up in advance on the ASC website. Create an online account
Upload your proof of Covid vaccination or email to the ASC office. Then reserve your classes in advance, online.

Please note! Well-fitting facemasks are required, while inside the Dojo building. Contact the ASC office with any questions about signing up online or attending ASC classes: info@aikidosantacruz.org or 831-423-8326

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An Introduction to fundamental principles, techniques, and philosophy of Aikido, for new adult students (ages 13+). Enjoy non-competitive training in a supportive dojo environment. Taught by ASC chief instructor Linda Holiday, assisted by other ASC instructors.

The Intro Series is required, in order to become an ASC Dojo Member and attend any/all of the Adult Aikido Classes we offer on a regular ongoing basis. The class runs for 4 weeks on Saturday mornings 9:00 - 10:15 am, and Wednesday evenings 6:00 - 7:15 pm. New students must complete at least 3 classes of the series, and can then join our Dojo for unlimited Aikido classes with 50% off your first month! Proof of full vaccination, plus one booster OR weekly testing option if eligible, and face masks, are required.

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