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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!


REGISTER HERE

Summer Classes

Kids Classes

There are no kids classs during the summer. Kids programs will resume in September 2022.

WEDNESDAY

5:30 Adult Karate

6:30 Adult/Adaptive Karate

MASKS - WHAT IS THE STORY?

MASKS ARE CURRENTLY OPTIONAL FOR STUDENTS

Academy at Rising Sun/ Academy of Adaptive Martial Arts

SUMMER CAMP IS FULL

Parents - please sign into the Academy at Rising Sun 2022 Summer Camp page on Facebook.

Adventure Camp - June 27-July 1

Crazy Daze - July 11-15

9am-4pm Monday - Friday

DAILY MARTIAL ARTS, HIKING, SWIMMING, GAMES, ARTS AND CRAFTS, CHALLENGES, TEAM BUILDING



Summer Session BEGINS JUNE 1ST

SUMMER CALENDAR FOR ADULTS AND ADAPTIVE

JUNE 1 - REGULAR SCHDULE ADULT AND ADULT/ADAPTIVE

JUNE 8- REGULAR CLASSES

JUNE 15 - REGULAR CLASSES

JUNE 22 - REGULAR CLASSES

JUNE 29 - NO CLASS

JULY 6 - PIZZA/MOVIE NIGHT

JULY 13 - NO CLASS

JULY 20 - REGULAR CLASS

JULY 27 - BO STAFF TRAINING

AUGUST TRAINING TO BE ANNOUNCED



KIDS PROGRAMS - ENROLLMENT WILL BEGIN IN AUGUST

KIDS KARATE

This 45 minute class gives the student a strong sense of self - ESTEEM, RESPECT, CONTROL AND DISCIPLINE. Taught in a traditional atmosphere with respect for each students needs. A family dojo, with emphasis on life skills, students learn the basics of Okinawan style karate. One or Two class options available. Level 1 Beginners are for new and young students. Level 2 includes Take-downs, grappling and sparring. Classes begin in September. DUE TO COVID PRECAUTIONS, CLASS ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED TO 12 STUDENTS PER CLASS.

Spring 2022 Registration

NATIONAL KIDS KARATE - ONLINE ZOOM

 We have a great National KIDS KARATE  6 week Program.!This is a  30 minute Zoom karate for young students.   Taught in a semi-traditional format, Warm-ups, stretches and basic technique are taught using Japanese terminology.This group has its own belt ranking system! This class is currently being held on Monday's at 5:15 and will begin January 10th. Sign up for more information 


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Michael, who uses a wheelchair and has cerebral palsy, works with his assistant in group class.

ADAPTIVE CLASSES

We have dedicated  adaptive classes for both children and adults. Personalized curriculum, private, semi-private and group lessons.  Many of our adaptive students began their martial arts career in an adaptive class and moved into a traditional program where they can continue their adaptive curriculum or pursue the traditional curriculum.

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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 2022 Classes

Traditional and Adaptive Students

Fall 2022 Classes


Kids Karate 

Adult Karate

Adaptive Kid Class *

Adaptive Adult Cla

National Online Zoom for Young Students




PHYSICAL EDUCATION 12 HOUR CREDIT COURSE



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PARENT/STUDENT FACEBOOK ACCESS

Students and parents in the will have access to a Facebook page called "The Academy at Rising Sun Student Page". 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.


We are using state of the art, electrostatic disinfectant guns to clean the dojo.

CHANGES TO COVID PROTOCOL FOR SPRING 2022

PROTOCOL FOR FALL 2022 WILL BE DETERMIND PRIOR TO CLASS BEGINNING. I AM HOPING MASKS WILL NO LONGER BE NECESSARY.

Here is what you can expect: 

1.ALL STUDENTS WILL WEAR TRAINING SHOES AND FULL UNIFORMS. 

2. STUDENTS WILL UTILIZE THE STAIRWAY DOOR TO ENTER AND WILL EXIT VIA THE OVERHEAD DOOR & RAMP.

3. STUDENTS WILL WEAR FACE SHIELDS OR MASKS SUSPENDED SUMMER 2022

4.TEMPERATURES WILL BE TAKEN VIA TOUCHLESS THERMOMETERS UPON ENTERING. SUSPENDED FALL 2021

5. STUDENTS WILL BRING HANDGEAR TO USE DURING TRAINING. SUSPENDED FALL 2021

6. THERE WILL BE A TOTAL AIR EXCHANGE BETWEEN CLASSES.

7. AN ELECTROSTATIC DISINFECTANT GUN WILL CLEAN IN BETWEEN CLASSES. SUSPENDED SUMMER 2022

8. INTERNET ACCESS WILL BE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST, SO PARENTS CAN WATCH THEIR STUDENTS IN CLASS. SUSPENDED FALL 2021

9. TRAINING GRID OUTLINES: THE SPACE A STUDENT HAS TO KEEP ADEQUATE DISTANCE FROM EACH OTHER

10. STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ALL FACE THE SAME WAY TO AVOID FREQUENT  FACE TO FACE CONTACT

ENROLLING AUGUST FOR FALL 2022

Kids Karate

National ZOOM BEGINNER PROGRAM

Adult & Adaptive Program

Our kids program welcomes the traditional as well as the adaptive student. Our program emphasizes leadership skills, goal setting, body and boundary control,  respect for themselves and others. We also have a strong self-defense program that will help the student feel more confident in their abilities to defuse situations. 



Adult & Adaptive Program

National ZOOM BEGINNER PROGRAM

Adult & Adaptive Program

The adult program is based on traditional martial arts with adaptations made for students with limitations. We teach Okinawan style of Karate with traditional kata and bunkai. Self-defense techniques encompass styles like Ju jitsu, judo throws and aikido. Beginners are welcome.


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National ZOOM BEGINNER PROGRAM

National ZOOM BEGINNER PROGRAM

HOMESCHOOLING Physical Education 12 hour Credit Certificate

Ben and MacKenzie participate in a zoom karate class. Upper rising block and then they will punch on

This 30 minute class is designed for the student who needs to move. This class is play based but aligned with  traditional karate  technique. It keeps  a fast, methodical pace steeped in repetition. Belt tip awards and patches are mailed to the parents to present to the student when they accomplish their goals. Currently, participating students come from different states. At the end of each class, students are afforded some time to talk and share with one another. This class will resume JANUARY 10TH. 

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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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A New Approach to Bullying

HOMESCHOOLING Physical Education 12 hour Credit Certificate

A New Approach to Bullying

NEW PROGRAM - EMPOWERMENT FOR- PRETEENS. 

This 4 hour course will be held IN October (date to be announced)  at 77Furnace Rd, Pittsford, VT.

Open to all 5th and 6th graders, as well as Middle-school  students. (Membership at Rising Sun not mandatory).

This course recognizes that today’s preteens need better skills to overcome the obstacles they face in their daily life.  

Using Martial Arts Principals, we will empower the teen to better deal with cyber bullying, harassment, threats and fear of school shootings.

When we consider the increase in teen anxiety, depression, suicide, drug abuse and in light of the police intervention at many local schools, the need to armor our children with skills and techniques that can save their physical and emotional life is imperative. Course is limited to 12 students. $50 MEMBERS*/ $75 NON-MEMBERS. (*Members are currently enrolled at classes at Rising

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

HOMESCHOOLING Physical Education 12 hour Credit Certificate

A New Approach to Bullying

June 1 - kids classes end

Summer classes for Adults and Adult/Adaptive only



JUNE 27-JUY 1 - ADVENTURE CAMP

Fort building, Targets, Arts & Crafts, Hiking, Swimming, Team Competitions

JULY 11-15 CRAZY DAYS CAMP-

Theme days, Art & Crafts, Hiking, swimming, Field Games

camp registration is closed

camp is full


June 29th and July 13 - No classes during camp week


July 6 - Movie/Pizza night for Adult/Adaptive


July 27- Bo staff training Adult/Adaptive


AUGUST 

Registration opens for Kids Fall Programs

CLOSED WEEK OF AUGUST 29TH FOR ANNUAL CLEANING

Happenings

The Academy Welcomes Two New Board Members

The Academy Welcomes Two New Board Members

The Academy Welcomes Two New Board Members

We would like to thank Terry DeForge for her years of dedication to our board of directors. We wish her well in her future endeavors.

WELCOME to MARK MADISON, Danby, VT  and CAROL JOHNSTON of Pittsford, VT.

Mark is a former instructor for the Adaptive Program and is currently a practicing student. A 2nd degree black belt, he brings a good deal of knowledge to the board of the needs and inner-working of the Academy.

Carol has been a supporter of the Academy for many years with her son an active member of our adaptive class. Carol is a well known, long time local small businesswoman where she owns Creative Cookery Bakery.

We are thankful for their time in effort in making the Academy the best inclusive Martial Arts school in the NorthEast.

WEEK OF AUGUST 29TH - CLEANING WEEK

The Academy Welcomes Two New Board Members

The Academy Welcomes Two New Board Members

The dojo and studio will be closed to clean and prepare for the Fall session.

Volunteers are needed! Please call Sensei if you are available to help.

New Student Registration

All registrations for adult and children will begin in August of 2022.

Please check back on this website for online registration links. 

Enrollment is LIMITED and we do fill our classes to a maximum. 

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. With roots in the Pittsford community for over 30 years, Maxey-Scarcello lives in Wells, VT with her husband. 

INSTRUCTORS

Emily Jannene

Emily Jannene

Emily Jannene

Sensei Emily came to Rising Sun with an advanced level in Kenpo karate.. She has incredible patience and is the Instructor for the Adult/Adaptive class.

Al Lovely

Emily Jannene

Emily Jannene

Sensei Al Lovely found Rising Sun through his grandchildren that were training. Another Kenpo practitioner, Al was quick to learn our style and supports the Monday and Tuesday Kids Level 1 and 2  Classes. 

Thank you to our Student Support Staff 2021-2022

Kaylee Selleck

Kaylee can be found in the dojo on any given day, training, doing chores and helping other students. Invited to the advanced class at a beginner rank, she has grown from a shy, meek girl to an outgoing, strong young woman. Kaylee is assigned to assist in all kids  classes for the Fall semester. A second degree brown belt,  She is currently enrolled in the Instructor program.

How do I get on the Student Support Team?

Mature students that focus on their training, work hard and show an interest in theory and martial arts history are welcomed into the Leadership Instructors Program. Assisting under an instructor's guidance, the student learns how to guide and motivate the younger student.

Mattie Serafin

2nd degree Brown belt, Mattie Serafin is  an assistant in the kids karate program. An avid Junior Golfer, Mattie is a serious martial artist with incredible talent.

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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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11:30 am – 07:30 pm

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