Blue Heron Aikido

The techniques of Aikido are intended for us to realize our potential as powerful, compassionate, self-aware human beings.
— Mary Heiny Sensei

Programs for...

Adults

How to begin: Anyone considering starting training is welcome to come and observe class at any time. Currently there is a beginners series (10/4 -11/8, 2017) Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 until 6:30. You are also welcome to join during our other scheduled times of practice.

Youth

We look forward to instructing your child in this fun, challenging, martial art. Aikido is a Japanese martial art that was founded by Morihei Ueshiba Sensei. Aikido is different from many other martial arts in that it seeks nonviolent resolution to conflict situations. We aim...

College

Middlebury College Students can join the adult classes at a reduced fee by being part of the Middlebury College Aikido Club. The Club often invites visiting instructors for special workshops and seminars.

To injure an opponent is to injure yourself. To control aggression without inflicting injury is the Art of Peace.
— Morehei Ueshiba, Founder of Aikido

Kimberly Richardson Seminar March 14th-16th, 2014

March 4, 2014 August 20, 2016Events

Blue Heron Aikido Welcomes Kimberly Richardson Sensei, 6th Dan, and Dan McAbee Sensei, 5th Dan, to Vermont for a weekend Aikido seminar. Class Schedule: Friday, March 14th: 6:30-8:00pm — Class with Richardson Sensei at Vermont Aikido in Burlington. Saturday, March 15th: 10:30am-12:30pm– Class with Richardson Sensei at Blue Heron Aikido…

Tom Read Sensei: Founder of Aikibojitsu — The Art of the Staff; Seminar Nov. 9-10th, 2013

October 8, 2013 August 20, 2016Events

John Thomas Read is widely recognized for his ability to teach the full variety of Aikido technique. Read Sensei has spent the past thirty years teaching both practical technique, and a complete philosophical basis for power through non-resistance. Read Sensei began Aikido in 1969 after a concentrated period of study…