Instructor
Sensei James Entwood is a sixth-degree black belt in Hayabusa Martial Arts. Combining the traditions of martial arts training with a Masters in Leadership Studies, Sensei Entwood works with students to develop physical, mental, and ethical fitness. He started teaching as a black belt in 1999 and founded the Zanshin Ithaca Dojo in 2014.
Style
Hayabusa Martial Arts was founded by Hanshi Judith Steigler with a focus on excellence, respect, self-defence, confidence, and a systematic approach to learning. In addition to traditional Okinawan karate, Hayabusa incorporates ju-jutsu (throwing), aiki-jutsu (pressure points and joint locks) as well as weapons training. For more information see www.hayabusamartialarts.com
Schedule
Youth Classes
Beginner: Thr 4:30-5:30PM (TREE Common House)
Adult Classes (ages 12+)
Tue 5:30-7:00PM (FROG Common House)
Thr 5:30-7:00PM (TREE Common House)
Location - EcoVillage Ithaca
To get to EcoVillage, heading West on 79 from Ithaca you go about 2 miles from downtown. After passing West Haven Road turn left on Rachel Carson Way. Follow the main dirt road. In 1/2 mile you come to an art studio with a cupola and stay right. Continue ahead and you'll come to a circle and on the other side of the circle there is parking.
TREE Common House
The dojo in the TREE Common House is in the Multipurpose Room which is on the first floor adjacent to the dining area.
FROG Common House
The dojo in the FROG Common House is in the Mat Room. Once inside go ahead to the stairs, down one floor, and to the right.