When fine art and martial arts combine, kids train their whole beings --mind, body, and heart!

Join Seed Studio and Durango Aikido for this free workshop for kids ages 8 and up.

The Samurai class of medieval Japan believed that the best training served a person's whole being. A typical warrior studied martial arts and weapons, as well as poetry, painting, fine arts, history, philosophy, and so much more. When combined, these disciplines train us to focus, breathe, and be present. They promote the health and well-being of our whole selves.

No experience with art or martial arts needed! Discover new hobbies.

During the art portion of the workshop, participants will learn how to craft Japanese woodblock printing. Pictures or images are etched into wood (or in this case, easy-to-carve Styrofoam). Ink is rolled over the image and then the "wood block" is pressed onto paper.

For the martial training, participants will explore the basic concepts of of Aikido's non-violent approach to self-defense. They will also learn some fundamental bokken (sword) and jo (staff) exercises to train coordination and focus.