Tenzan Aikido

Events & Seminars

Upcoming seminars, camps, and special programs. Please select seminars or classes carefully. *All purchases are non-refundable.

Adult Test Dates

Tests start at 12:30pm. Test fee: $55. Sign up at the desk prior to test day.
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  • Dec 19, 2026
  • Mar 20, 2027

Upcoming Events

November 21, 2026

Family Day!

Celebrate Fall with Senseis Melissa and Thomas, and Teacher Lara too! Guaranteed good time for adults and kids of all ages! Play Aikido games, learn techniques, and enjoy demonstrations by our advanced students. No experience, no membership, no uniform required!

Schedule:
  • 12:30-1:30pm

Eligibility: Ages 3 and up, no experience required

Fee: $35 per group.

No refunds.

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Family Day!

January 29–31, 2027

Advanced Intensive with Bruce Bookman Shihan, 7th Dan

Join us for a weekend of focused, in-depth training. This Advanced Intensive is designed to accelerate your progress and deepen your understanding of Aikido.

Personalized, one-on-one instruction with Bookman Sensei. Training in bokken and jo, freestyle, and advanced applications of fundamental techniques. Practical themes that bridge the gap between basics and advanced movement. An opportunity to reset and revitalize your Aikido practice for the year ahead.

Students often experience months' worth of progress over the course of this immersive weekend. All affiliations are welcome. Enrollment is limited.

Schedule:
  • Friday: 6:30–8:30pm
  • Saturday: 8:00–9:30am weapons (in the park), 12:30–1:45pm, 2:15–3:30pm, dinner at 4:30pm (everyone welcome including kids)
  • Sunday: 8:00–9:00am Aikido Extensions (optional), 9:00–11:00am, 12:15–2:15pm

Eligibility: 4th Kyu and above, or with instructor permission

Fee: $205 for the full weekend.

No refunds.

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Bookman-sensei leading an aikido seminar

Recurring Programs

Family Day Aikido

Kids, bring your folks — parents, bring your kiddos! Melissa sensei will teach a lighthearted class including easy warm-ups and games. Everyone is welcome, with or without family. Ages 3 and up. $25 per group.

Adult Intro to Aikido Course

Step-by-step instruction for new beginners. Build confidence, focus and physicality with the Japanese martial art of harmony. A great way to learn aikido basics in a safe, friendly space. No membership, no uniform required. Class meets twice weekly for 6 weeks. Nov 9 - Dec 12th. Special pricing: $85! https://checkout.square.site/merchant/ZRW96Y0SQ57SN/checkout/SABJ3Y3RBAJ62SPMEXZTULKM

Women's Self-Defense and Empowerment

This one-day course trains women in the necessary skills to deal with aggressive individuals. Women will be given a dialog to use in typical pre-attack phases of potential physical violence, along with extensive drills in simple but effective self-defense. Taught by Bruce Bookman and Melissa Pittman Fischer. Limited to 16 participants ages 16 and up. Date TBD.

Aikido Journal Online Course

Bruce Bookman on the Practical Applications of Aikido.

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*Please note: choose carefully when purchasing seminars or classes as we cannot offer refunds.