Aikido Idaho offers youth and adult classes

SANDPOINT — Both youth and adult classes are offered, as Aikido Idaho and the Takayama dojo (521 Cedar St.) bring more than 30 years of authentic Japanese martial arts experience to Sandpoint.

Aikido Idaho teaches a noncompetitive, nonviolent martial art which focuses on flexibility, body awareness, balance and stability in motion. Students learn to grow both internally and externally through experiencing formality, discipline, sharing and challenge. With time students learn what it means to be a responsible member of a safe and caring community.

Any and all kids ages 7-14 years-old are invited to join Aikido Idaho for an introductory program, running from Aug. 1 through Aug. 31, from 3:30-4:45 p.m. each day. The fee is $80/child ($2 city discount) and includes a gi (uniform). Partial scholarships are available upon request.

Any and all adults are invited to join Aikido Idaho for an introductory program scheduled to take place Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Aug. 2-31. from noon to 1:30 p.m. each day. The fee is $89/participant ($2 city discount) and includes a gi.

Pre-register by July 25 at Sandpoint Parks and Recreation, located at 1123 Lake St., or call 263-3613.

Looking for more Aikido class offerings? Visit Aikido Idaho at www.aikidoidaho.com. Pre-school, Teen, Adult and Women only Aikido classes are also available.