Class Schedule & Fees

Autumn 4th Quarter 2011

Sept 30 to Dec 23

NEW CLASSES ADDED TO OUR STUDIO OFFERINGS!
See our schedule for class days and times.

-- Juniors and adults Taikabudo class: Our Taikabudo class usually has sessions for Juniors only and Adults only....but in this class, adults and juniors can train together in the same class! This is great for parents who want to learn martial arts alongside their child or current students who want extra practice and instruction. Ages 8 and above.

-- Doce Pares Eskrima: This exciting Filipino art of Stick, knife, and empty hand fighting methods comes from a direct lineage Doce Pares Eskrima through Grandmaster Cacoy Canete of Cebu City, Philippines. Taught by Guro Amy Koeniger and Guro Matt Brain, this class features stick patterns and forms, knife techniques and self defense methods as passed down by Grandmaster Cacoy Canete (of Cebu City, Philippines) and Master Christopher Petrilli.

-- Beginners 1 Wushu class: This class is for those who are new to martial arts and want to learn Wushu, the art featured on such movies as the new "Karate Kid". Basic stances, movement combinations, fundamental techniques and fitness training methods will be introduced. This class is taught by Assistant Coach Michael Damasco.

--"Taikabudo"- Mixed Martial Art: This is not the sport "MMA" that is popular nowadays, This is an effective blend of Kajukenbo (America's first original 'mixed martial art'), Northern and Southern methods of Wushu, Southeast Asian fighting methods, and Tai Chi. This active and diverse class uses modern and traditional training methods to teach effective self defense, self discipline, coordination, and fitness. A perfect compliment to a Wushu or Eskrima player's training.

--Monthly free meditation group: Not a class per se, but a gathering of people that like to meditate or are interested in learning about the practice of meditation. No experience required, all styles of meditation are welcome, all ages welcome. We will show beginners simple meditation techniques to start their practice. Learn about different meditation methods and how to use sound (Tibetan singing bowls, tuning forks, etc). Each session is meant to be a unique experience. See this link for more information about our free monthly group sessions: http://www.seattlewushucenter.org/monthlyopenmeditation.htm

--Monthly free Qigong Practice: No previous experience with Qigong required. "Qigong" loosely translates as "breathing skills" or "energy work". Through breathing techniques, specialized movement, intention, and visualization, participants practice to "reconnect" to their bodies, minds and the environment. Qigong has long been utilized as a health practice in China, and is a wonderful way to promote good health and self healing. Sifu Restita will share popular Qigong methods and forms that anyone can practice anytime and anywhere.

NEW!! --Learning the art of the Bullwhip- Free Study Group: No previous experience required. An age old tool for stock handlers, the whip is also a wonderful tool for enhancing timing, body coordination, dexterity, rhythm, and preciseness....all which are elements for good martial arts. In fact, the whip has been a tool used for training in some styles of Filipino Martial Arts and Shaolin Kung Fu. You don't have to be a martial artist to learn the whip, but it is a great tool to enhance your skills! Sifu Restita will coach participants through safety precautions, basic history of whip use and its evolvment into "whip artistry", and 5 basic cracks. As participants gain skill, she will share how to string together short sequences of multiple cracks ("flashes"), how to follow angles and change angles smoothly, how to use footwork, targeting, etc. This group will meet on the 3rd sunday of each month. Interested individuals can email Sifu Restita to reserve a spot in the group. Due to space constraints, we are limited to 12 people maximum. Sifu will have some low quality whips to start beginners with, but all participants will be responsible for eventually obtaining their own personal whip.

NEW!! --Blowgun Enthusiasts Club: The Northwest Blowgun Enthusiasts are sport targeting blowdart shooters. Anyone ages 8 and older can learn to use the blowgun, an apparatus used by many cultures since ancient times. See the blowgun website here: http://nwsportblowgun.webs.com . Practices are held on a "who's available" basis...usually on weekend times. Announcements for practices are usually sent as emails or text messages to member's phones.

INTRODUCTORY TRIAL LESSONS

3 trial lessons in Wushu, Mixed-style Taikabudo, or Tai Chi for $40. The introductory lessons give you the opportunity to experience the classes so that you can make an informed decision about joining as a school member. If you feel that our classes do not suit you, you are not obligated to join the classes. Call or email to schedule your Intro-Program. For your convenience, you may opt to purchase your Intro lessons through PayPal after you schedule your first intro lesson.

** In order for your trial lessons to give you a good overview of a class, please note that the 3 trial lessons should be taken for one class category, in order to get a comprehensive introduction to that class. Splitting the trial lessons between 2 or 3 styles is not recommended. If you'd like to try another class, please purchase an additional trial program.

3 Introductory Lessons: $40

NOTE: All Intro lessons are payable to Seattle Wushu Center, except for for Eskrima , which is payable separately to Guro Amy Koeniger.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Give the gift of fun and fitness! Our Gift Certicates can be redeemed for Introductory lessons, 1 month of classes (Mighty Mites or Tai Chi). Contact us now to arrange for your Gift Certificate to be picked up or mailed to you, or pay now through PayPal after which you'll be forwarded to a private link where you can print your gift certificate right away! (contact us if your certificate does not upload or print correctly, in which case we will email you a different format of the certificate or send it via US postal Service.)

Please be sure to include your email address when you checkout at PayPal.

Gift Certificate-3 introductory lessons $40

WUSHU SCHEDULE & FEES

Monday Private Lessons (Appt only) 5:00-6:00 pm

Tuesday Mighty Mites (ages 5 to 7) NOW ENROLLING 5:00 - 5:45 pm

Parents allowed to workout with their child!

Thursday Mighty Mites (ages 5 to 7) NOW ENROLLING 5:00 - 5:45 pm

Parents allowed to workout with their child!

Friday Private Lessons (Appt only) Between 1 pm - 6:00 pm

(email for appointments)

Saturday Tiny Tigers (ages 3 & 4) NOW ENROLLING 10:00 - 10:30 am

All Levels Wushu (Ages 8 & above) 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Open Wushu Practice* 12:30 - 1:00 pm

Juniors & adults Taikabudo NEW CLASS! 1:00 - 2:00 pm

Sunday Wushu Int/Adv only 12:00 - 2:00 pm

Beginners Wushu NEW CLASS! 3:00 - 4:30 pm

* Open practice is optional, and there is no extra fee. Participants may stay after the Saturday Wushu class and practice on their own or get extra help from the Instructor.

WUSHU TUITION RATES,

MEMBERSHIP FEES

Each quarter consists of 12 weeks of classes, and 1 week off. Tuition for current members are due in full, at the end of each quarter (to pay for the following quarter). Beginners may join at any time during the quarter, with their initial quarter's tuition pro-rated depending on the registration date. Membership dues are also pro-rated depending on registration date (see "membership dues" below). 5 day grace period after end of quarter, $20 late fee on all payments remitted after the grace period.

** Mighty Mites classes are ongoing, and do not observe the quarterly basis.** Mighty Mites class tuition is on a monthly basis, to be remitted by the 15th of every month. There is a $20 late fee on all payments remitted after due date.

** Tiny Tigers classes are ongoing and do not observe the quarterly basis** Tiny Tigers tuition is paid every 5 classes. Please sign in at the TinyTigers sign in book to record your child's attendance and payment dates.

Checks, money order, cash accepted. Checks are made payable to "Seattle Wushu Center".

Credit or Debit cards accepted only through our secure invoiced PayPal option.

A one-time registration fee of $50 applies to all new students, which covers initial registration, 1 school t shirt and 1 pair of Wushu shoes.

We have cross training discounts and family member discounts. See Sifu Restita DeJesus about these options.

TUITION FEES:

Tiny Tigers - Preschool age

Ages 3 to 5 years old (monthly rate)

Tiny Tigers, (ages 3 to 5) 1 class per week: $50 per month

Mighty Mites

Ages 5 to 7 years old (monthly rate)

Mighty Mites, 1 class per week: $50 per month

Mighty Mites, 2 classes per week: $75 per month

Wushu Ages 8 and above: (quarterly rate)

1 class per week, per quarter:

$215 per quarter, payable in full BEST VALUE!

OR $77 per month (service/convenience fee included if paying monthly)

2 classes per week, per quarter:

$335 per quarter, payable in full BEST VALUE!

OR $120 per month for 3 months. (service/convenience fee included if paying monthly)

3 classes per week, per quarter

$375 per quarter, payable in full BEST VALUE!

OR $130 per month per 3 months (service/convenience fee included if paying monthly)

Beginners may order kung fu pants, additional school shirts, and Wushu shoes from the studio's online store before taking their first exam.

Click here to order: SWC Online Store

WUSHU EXAM FEES:

Students are notified if they are eligible to take a rank exam. Exam fees are to be remitted on or before the date of the scheduled exam.

Level 1 through 3 $40

Level 3 through 5 $65

Level 5 through 7 $85

Level 8 (black belt) $150

TAIKABUDO SCHEDULE & FEES

Mixed fighting style

(Classes on ongoing "pay monthly" basis. Not on Quarterly basis)

Tues & Thurs Juniors (8 to 16 yrs old) 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Adults 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Juniors Class Fee: 1 day per week $65 monthly

2 days per week $85 monthly

3 days per week $100 monthly

Adults Class Fee 1 day per week $75 monthly

2 days per week $110 monthly

3 days per week $140 monthly

Mixed Class Fee For occasional drop ins: $10 per session

Open Rally IMPACT circuit training sessions: $5 30 minutes ($10 with coach corrections and detailing). $10 for full hour ($15 with coaching)

Family discount: Additional family members are half-price per person

TAI CHI CLASS SCHEDULE & FEES

(Classes on ongoing "pay monthly" basis. Not on Quarterly basis)

Monday Beginners Chen style 6:00 - 7:25 pm

Beginners Yang Stye 7:30 - 8:30 pm

Wednesday All levels Yang style 7:30 - 8:30 pm

(Pre-Requisite: 6 months beginners Yang)

Friday Int/Adv Taiji Weapons (Yang & Chen) 7:30 - 8:30 pm

TAI CHI TUITION RATES

Tuition for Tai Chi is on a monthly basis. The classes are ongoing (even through the Wushu quarterly break), and new students may join class at any time. New students are pro-rated based on their date of member registration. Beginners are suggested to attend beginner class for at least 2 months before adding the all levels Wednesday class if they so desire.

Tai Chi students are notified in advance of breaks or class cancellations.

Cash, checks or credit cards (through PayPal) are accepted. Tai Chi tuition is due by the 15th of each month. There is a $20 late fee for payments remitted after the 15th of the month.

We have cross training discounts and family member discounts. See Sifu Restita DeJesus about these options.

** Checks are made out to "Seattle Wushu Center".

Tai Chi Monthly Rates:

1 class per week per month:

Adults $ 65

Each additional family member $ half price

Seniors (60 years old and over) $ 40

2 classes per week, per month:

Adults $ 85

Each additional family member $ half price

Seniors (60 years old and over) $ 50

3 classes per week, per month:

Adults $ 100

Each additional family member $ half price

Seniors (60 years old and over) $ 60

Tai Chi Drop-in punch card:

Do you wish to study Tai Chi but might have infrequent attendance to class because of your busy schedule? Purchase a "drop-in" punch card for $65! Each card is good for 6 classes, and you may attend as your schedule allows, and renew your card at your convenience. Please note: "infrequent attendance" is considered once or twice per month.

Please wear School T-shirt, comfortable pants or sweatpants, and comfortable shoes for Tai Chi. Your may purchase a school T-shirt here: SWC Online Store

Note that only instructors may wear black or red shirts. (please wear any other color than black or red shirts). No street footwear will be allowed on the Tai Chi and Wushu carpets. Members of the Tai Chi Demo team will need to purchase a silk uniform.

ESKRIMA CLASS SCHEDULE

Filipino Martial Arts

(Classes on ongoing "pay monthly" basis. Not on Quarterly basis)

Wednesday Doce Pares Eskrima 6:00 - 7:25 pm

*Currently persons ages 16 and over may attend this class. A separate class for kids under 16 is being planned**

Class Fee: $75.00 (or $15 per drop-in class)

** Classes taught by Guro Amy Koeniger and Guro Matt Brain, certified instructors under Grandmaster Cacoy Canete and Master Christopher J. Petrilli.

NOTE: Intro lesson Programs for Eskrima are payable separately to Guro Amy Koeniger at your first lesson.

** Discounted tuition fee for current students of Kung Fu, Wushu or Tai Chi. Current students may inquire about the discount.

MEDITATION GROUP

Free sessions, monthly. Open to the public

Last Sunday of every month 5:00 - 6:00 pm

RSVP's required if you are not a regular student of Seattle Wushu Center. Please contact us via email to let us know you'd like to attend.

Detailed information here: http://www.seattlewushucenter.org/monthlyopenmeditation.htm

** Hosted by Sifu Restita DeJesus. This is an informal study/practice group. No experience required to learn meditation techniques, all persons welcome. Persons new to meditation will learn and practice simple focusing and breathing methods, while more experienced members practice in the methods of their own choosing. This is a non-denominational open gathering and prejudice of any kind is not allowed. We will also learn different methods of meditation from our more experienced members. These sessions are free, however donations are gladly accepted for the use of the studio during off-hours.

QIGONG GROUP
Free sessions, monthly. Open to the public.

Second Sunday of every month 11:00 am - 1200 pm

RSVP's required if you are not a regular student of Seattle Wushu Center. Please contact us via email to let us know you'd like to attend.

Detailed information here: http://www.seattlewushucenter.org/monthlyopenmeditation.htm

** Hosted by Sifu Restita DeJesus. This is an informal study/practice group. No experience required to learn Qigong, and all persons welcome. These sessions are free, however donations are gladly accepted for the use of the studio during off-hours.

ART OF THE BULLWHIP GROUP

Free sessions, monthly. Registration required

3rd Sunday of every month 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Detailed information and registration here: http://seattlewushucenter.com/whipstudygroup.aspx

** Hosted by Sifu Restita DeJesus. This is an informal study/practice group. No experience required to how to use a bullwhip. Persons new to bullwhip artistry will learn and practice basic "cracks", while more experienced members practice the techniques of their own choosing. (Instruction is based on individual progress). We will also explore the use of the whip as a martial arts tool. Protective gear (wide brimmed hat, eye protection, long sleeves) are mandatory. These sessions are free, however donations are gladly accepted for the use of the studio during off-hours.

PRIVATE LESSON RATES

Ms. DeJesus is available for supplementary private lessons, on an appointment-only basis. Private lessons supplement your training with highly intensive instruction in the subject of your choice (self defense, forms, weapons, etc). To schedule private lessons, you may email Sifu Dejesus or call the studio directly.

Individual: $75 per hour

2 people: $50 per hour, per person

3 to 6 people: $40 per hour, per person

** Discounts on "private lesson blocks" (series of 3, 5, or 8 private lessons). Contact Ms. DeJesus for more information **

WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS

Seattle Wushu Center regularily offers special workshops and seminars, taught by Sifu Restita DeJesus, Master Yijiao Hong, or by guest instructors. Workshops and seminar fees may vary, depending on length of session and subject matter. Private groups or companies may request private workshops or seminars. Typically, these sessions may be anywhere from 1 day (2 to 5 hours), to 2 days (6 hours each day). All specialty workshops or seminars are designed to provide an intensive learning experience.

Subjects include, but are not limited to:

Tai Chi (form, weapons, push hands, self defense applications)

Wushu (form, weapons, self defense, weapons application, sparring)

Specialty weapons (rope dart, double weapon, etc.)

Qigong (breathing and energy exercises)

Meditation

Seattle Wushu

Wushu, Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Self Defense