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Academy at Rising Sun

77 Furnace Rd, Pittsford, VT (802) 345-2627

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Academy at Rising Sun

77 Furnace Rd, Pittsford, VT (802) 345-2627

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Academy at Rising Sun Martial Arts Non-Profit 501c3

Academy at Rising Sun Martial Arts Non-Profit 501c3 Academy at Rising Sun Martial Arts Non-Profit 501c3 Academy at Rising Sun Martial Arts Non-Profit 501c3

Serving Children, Adults, Veterans and Students of ALL abilities!


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Academy at Rising Sun Martial Arts Non-Profit 501c3

Academy at Rising Sun Martial Arts Non-Profit 501c3 Academy at Rising Sun Martial Arts Non-Profit 501c3 Academy at Rising Sun Martial Arts Non-Profit 501c3

Serving Children, Adults, Veterans and Students of ALL abilities!


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Our email address link is broken. We will use kmax802@gmail for all correspondence until this situation is rectified

WHAT WE OFFER

Kids Classes ARE FULL Waiting List only

Kids Karate AGES 6 AND UP

There are three types of kids karate classes.

 Level 1- 45 minute traditional karate with a focus on discipline, self control, focus and basic karate technique.

Level 2-CLASS IS FULL 60 minute class that includes kata, bunkai and sparring. Students must complete level 1 before this class. Sparring gear and mouthguard is required.

Level 3 By invitation only. Advanced technique, sparring and weapons

Adaptive CLASS IS FULL Students learn in small groups using small increment rewards. Curriculum is adapted to each individual student. The goal of this class is to matriculate the student into traditional classes 

Zoom BeginnerThis national program is in its third successful year! Its a 30 minute beginner/basic karate program for young students. Students wear uniforms, earn belts and awards like in person classes.


Adult and Teen

 Wednesday 6:30 Adult and Adult Adaptive Karate CLASS IS FULL (Please call for September enrollment)

Zoom Students

All zoom students need a foam padded bo staff this semester!

ENROLLMENT IS FULL - SIGN UP FOR WAITING LIST

ENROLLMENT IS FULL - SIGN UP FOR WAITING LIST

ENROLLMENT IS FULL - SIGN UP FOR WAITING LIST

ENROLLMENT IS FULL - SIGN UP FOR WAITING LIST

ENROLLMENT IS FULL - SIGN UP FOR WAITING LIST

ENROLLMENT IS FULL - SIGN UP FOR WAITING LIST

FALL Session

MONDAY CLASSES -  SEPT 18, 25, OCT 2, 9, 16, 30, NOV 6, 13, 20

TUESDAY CLASSES - AUGUST 22, 29, SEPT 5, 12, 19, 26, OCT 3, 10, 17, NOV 7, 14, 21

WEDNESDAY CLASSES - AUGUST 23, 30, SEPT 6, 13, 20, 27, OCT 4, 11, 18 NOV 1, 18, 15


**CLOSED WEEK OF OCTOBER 23-27

**CLOSED SEPTEMBER 4 LABOR DAY



WAITING LIST PROGRAMS 2023

ENROLLMENT FOR FALL SESSION IS FULL

ENROLLMENT IS full for Fall session for both children and adults in our traditional and adaptive programs.. If you would like to be considered for placement should an opening occur, please fill out the waiting list form below.

CLICK FOR WAITING LIST

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Traditional and Adaptive Students

Traditional and Adaptive Students

Traditional and Adaptive Students

At the Academy at Rising Sun, the only label you have is "student".  We are the first martial arts school in Vermont with a dedicated adaptive program for students with disabilities. We are a non-profit organization 501(c)3. Our program is Okinawan Karate based a mix of kenpo and Tae Kwon Do. Students earn rank at their own pace with a te

At the Academy at Rising Sun, the only label you have is "student".  We are the first martial arts school in Vermont with a dedicated adaptive program for students with disabilities. We are a non-profit organization 501(c)3. Our program is Okinawan Karate based a mix of kenpo and Tae Kwon Do. Students earn rank at their own pace with a testing format best suited for their success. We believe that the benefits of martial arts training should be available to all the seek it. We are your local karate school!


ZOOM CLASSES

Traditional and Adaptive Students

Traditional and Adaptive Students

The Academy utilizes Zoom in many ways. We have a large screen TV in the dojo to include students:

 *who can't attend because of Covid qurantine

*Specific Zoom Classes for different age groups

*Monthly parental viewing

Fall 2023 Classes

Traditional and Adaptive Students

Fall 2023 Classes


Kids Karate 

Adult Karate

Adaptive Kid Class *

Adaptive Adult Class

Yang Style Tai Chi

National Online Zoom for Young Students


CLASSES BEGIN AUGUST 21


PHYSICAL EDUCATION 12 HOUR CREDIT COURSE

ENROLLMENT IS FULL - WAITING LIST ONLY


Call to register

Latest Update!

PARENT/STUDENT FACEBOOK ACCESS

Students and parents  will have access to a Facebook page DEDICATED TO THEIR CLASS DAY. This will enable students to ask questions and contact Sensei directly with questions regarding their training. IT IS THE PRIMARY WAY WE COMMUNICATE WITH PARENTS AND STUDENTS REGARDING THEIR CLASS STATUS. There is a separate page for each day of the week for those specific classes. Please sign up for the page that corresponds with your student's class.

PARENTS MAY CONTACT ME DIRECTLY VIA TEXT OR PHONE. PLEASE DO NOT USE FACEBOOK MESSENGER.


SPARRING GEAR

All students will need safety sparring gear . Headgear, handgear, footgear and a mouthguard. Groin protection is recommended. This gear can be purchased from Century Martial Arts or any reputable dealer. If purchasing second hand, be sure the equipment fits prooperly, straps secure well  and the foam  is not cracked. Sizes ch from  supplier to supplier so check sizing charts . The headgear needs to be snug and not able to spin side to side.

ENROLLING FOR FALL 2023

Kids Karate Update

Adult & Adaptive Program NEWS

Adult & Adaptive Program NEWS

PARENT CHILD CLASS

We are opening the doors for FALL session with  full enrollment!

Breaking the classes into three levels has been beneficial to the students and teaching staff. 

Coming back to teach the kids this year is  Sensei Kathy, Sensei Kaylie and Sensei Al.

With Covid less of a threat this year, we will be focusing more on bunkai and sparring in Level 2 and 3 classes.

Level 1 class will continue with the same curriculum - focusing on Self -respect, self control, and of course self defense.

We look forward to welcoming new students into level 1!

Unfortunately enrollment is full and we have waiting list only status




Adult & Adaptive Program NEWS

Adult & Adaptive Program NEWS

Adult & Adaptive Program NEWS

This session we are welcoming Jason and Katie Davis back to class after a long hiatus. Individual curriculums are established based on each students abilities. The first few weeks back, we will be looking at setting new goals. 



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Adult & Adaptive Program NEWS

HOMESCHOOLING Physical Education 12 hour Credit Certificate

HOMESCHOOLING Physical Education 12 hour Credit Certificate

HOMESCHOOLING Physical Education 12 hour Credit Certificate

HOMESCHOOLING Physical Education 12 hour Credit Certificate

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Enrollment is limited for dojo classes! Online classes are available. 

This 12 week class offers a fun way to earn your school physical education credit.

Our special belt ranking program offers students the basics of Okinawan style karate along with physical fitness and self-defense techniques.

Our dojo is located in Pittsford, VT or you can access these classes via Zoom. 

$199 per student

$25 Registration fee




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Introduction to Tai Chi

HOMESCHOOLING Physical Education 12 hour Credit Certificate

Introduction to Tai Chi

TAI CHI IS A SERIES OF MOVEMEN TS PERFORMED IN A SLOW, FOCUSED MANNER. IT'S A GENTLE EXERCISE AND STRETCH SUITABLE FOR ALMOST ANYONE! EACH POSTURE FLOWS INTO THE NEXT WITHOUT PAUSE, KEEPING THE BODY IN CONSTANT BUT  IN SLOW MOTION.

Taught by certified instructor, Sensei Mark Madison

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

HOMESCHOOLING Physical Education 12 hour Credit Certificate

Introduction to Tai Chi



June-August - Adult/Adaptive Wednesday 


Fall Session begins August 21st






Happenings

The Academy Welcomes Two New Board Members

Rising Sun Health and Energy is moving into the building!

Rising Sun Health and Energy is moving into the building!

The Academy is a 501(c)3 non-profit school. We serve adaptive and traditional students with the goal of both groups working together. Josh Tabor-President, Mark Madison-Vice President, Julie Chadwick-Secretary, Lori Serafin-Treasurer

Rising Sun Health and Energy is moving into the building!

Rising Sun Health and Energy is moving into the building!

Rising Sun Health and Energy is moving into the building!

The Rising Sun family is proud to add Reiki and Energy Health to our business. 

Reiki is a Japanese form of energy healing that uses universal energy to encourage emotional and physical healing.  Sensei Kathy is utilizing the same principals learned in the martial arts, Reiki and techniques from Donna Eden's Energy medicine . Call for an appointment.

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WEATHER RELATED ISSUES

Rising Sun Health and Energy is moving into the building!

WEATHER RELATED ISSUES

The dojo does not follow the public schools for closing due to inclement weather. Decisions on class cancellation  will be made by 2pm and posted on the class Facebook page and this website. While the dojo may be open, we recognize that the weather may be worse in your home area. Please use your judgement on whether your student should attend.

PLEASE be cautious in the driveway and ramp. While it may have been shoveled clean, it may have become snow covered again.

Extra care during pick up and drop off is important. A walk way will be sanded down the driveway. Please use that path.


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Our Staff

Renshi Kathy Maxey-Scarcello

Opening Rising Sun Martial Arts in 2001, Maxey-Scarcello, 4th dan has been a community dojo teaching kids, adults and students with disabilities. Overseeing all curriculum and staff, the school has expanded since becoming a non-profit organization. Also a Reiki Master and Energy worker, she has roots in the Pittsford community for over 30

Opening Rising Sun Martial Arts in 2001, Maxey-Scarcello, 4th dan has been a community dojo teaching kids, adults and students with disabilities. Overseeing all curriculum and staff, the school has expanded since becoming a non-profit organization. Also a Reiki Master and Energy worker, she has roots in the Pittsford community for over 30 years, Maxey-Scarcello lives in Wells, VT with her husband. 

Thank you to our Support Staff

Kaylee Selleck

Kaylie earned her Instructors Certification in the fall of 2022. She has the most hours on the dojo floor of any current student. I look forward to seeing her earn her black belt in the near future.

MARK MADISON

Mark introduced our students to Tai Chi this fall and will be returning with the program in the Spring. A substitute for the Adult/Adaptive class, Mark is a  2nd degree blasck belt.

Al Lovely

Al came to the academy with a kenpo background. He is assisting and teaching in Level 1 and 2 classes while he is working toward his black belt. 

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WE ARE A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION 

 Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and enable more students with Autism, ADHD, Physical and Cognitive Disabilities to benefit from martial arts training. Your generous donation will fund our mission.

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 ADDRESS: 77 FURNACE RD, PITTSFORD, VT. 05763


PHONE: 802-345-2627

Academy at Rising Sun

77 Furnace Rd, Pittsford, VT 05763 Dojo

(802) 345-2627

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