Family Martial Arts
77 Furnace Rd, Pittsford, VT (802) 345-2627
77 Furnace Rd, Pittsford, VT (802) 345-2627
DOJO IS OPEN
ALL SCHEDULED CLASSES ARE OPEN
Kids Karate ends June 5.
Testing Dates: May 22, 30 and 31st
Camps begin June 26th and July 10th
Adult/Adaptive Classes continue throughout the summer
FALL Session
MONDAY CLASSES - AUGUST 21, 28, SEPT 11, 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
SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS 2023
KIDS KARATE SUMMER CAMP
YOUR KIDS WILL LOVE THEIR SUMMER! Our camp keeps kids active with fun and educational activities! They will make new friends and connect with karate classmates. this year we are introducing a new daily schedule that allows the camper a choice of activities.
ALL KIDS SHINE - even the shy ones! We foster a community of support, kindness, respect and friendship.
FUN WITHOUT VIDEO GAMES! We keep kids active and engaged with games, projects, hiking, swimming, field games, competitions and of course martial arts!
Camp tuition is $150 per week. $50 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION
KICKING ADVENTURE CAMP
THIS CAMP IS FULL
June 26-june 30. 9am-4pm
We are kicking off the camp season with a new daily camp schedule. Campers are split into teams to compete in daily challenges that will build leadership, self confidence, focus and disipline. Each day, campers will hike, swim, play group games, build projects, complete challenges and learn new kicks in daily martial arts training. Campers with strong skill sets will share and teach other campers that wish to improve their abilities. Independent and shared projects will be offered as well. AGES 5-14. BEGINNER TO ADVANCED MARTIAL ARTS
WARRIOR WEEK CAMP
WARRIOR WEEK
July 10-14th 9am-4pm
This daily themed week will bring out the warrior in your camper! Carnival day, nerf/target day, water fun are just some of the themed days planned. Campers work together with partners and teams to win the most points!
Campers hike daily to the rec area to swim and play field games. Ages 5-14
Beginner to advanced martial arts.
About Us
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
Sprimg 2023 Classes
Traditional and Adaptive Students
Sprimg 2023 Classes
Kids Karate
Adult Karate
Adaptive Kid Class *
Adaptive Adult Class
Yang Style Tai Chi
National Online Zoom for Young Students
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 12 HOUR CREDIT COURSE
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.
MENDHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - NJ
Fall 2022, we were welcomed into the classroom of two students from our National Zoom Class in NJ. We currently have three students from New Jersey!
ENROLLING FOR FALL 2023
Kids Karate Update
Adult & Adaptive Program NEWS
Adult & Adaptive Program NEWS
We are opening the doors for Spring session with almost 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!
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.
HOW TO TIE YOUR OBI (BELT)
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
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
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
HOMESCHOOLING Physical Education 12 hour Credit Certificate
Introduction to Tai Chi
Marc
June/July - Summer Camps
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!
Our annual meeting was held in March, with all officers maintaining their positions; Josh Tabor-President, Mark Madison-Vice President, Julie Chadwick-Treasurer and Lori Serafin-Treasurer. Board Member Carol Johnston was also in attendance. After closing old business, new business included: Enrollment is full for the Spring Session. There will be 2 camps held during the 2021 summer with 8 students coming from out of state (2 of which are not current students). A waiting list has been established for Fall 2023 enrollment.
Giving Tuesday donations through Facebook was our largest fundraiser with donations from Sportclips Haircuts in Rutland our second largest contributor. We are maintaining the same tuition structure established two years ago. Tuition fees will be revisited before the Fall Semester. To date we are still not charging testing fees. Expenses were within the budget with no real surprises.
We are thankful to the board of directors for their time and effort in making the Academy the best inclusive Martial Arts school in the NorthEast.
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.
ASSISTANT KEENAN HOGAN is moving!
Rising Sun Health and Energy is moving into the building!
ASSISTANT KEENAN HOGAN is moving!
We are sorry to announce that assistant Keenan Hogan will not be returning next term . Keenan will be joining his family in Austin Texas. While we wish him all the best, he will be greatly missed here at the academy.
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.
