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New at SFMAI

Lunch Box is Back! Wednesdays and Fridays in Feb. 12:15 - 12:45

MADLEAPS: Busting Out Party: Sunday March 7, 2010.

Infant Developmental Movement Education Classes - from birth to walking: Thursdays 10:30 - 11:45am, Jan. 28 - March 25th (no class Feb. 18)

Toddlers (12 - 30 months) Play Group: Fridays 2-3:00pm Feb. 12 - March 26 (no class Feb. 19)

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The Society for Martial Arts Instruction is raising money to purchase the Philips HeartStart Onsite AED, automated external defibrillator. The Philips HeartStart defibrillator is the latest in essential safety equipment. Please help us by donating any amount that you can afford. Osu!

SFMAI is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt, 501 (c) (3) organization. Your tax-deductible contribution will assist the development and maintenance of programs which help keep our community safe and empowered through the knowledge and practice of movement.

March test 2009

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Noah\'s test

the hard part, holding still

Folks doing stuff

Olivia and sleepy Dad in back

More people doing stuff

Sensei fixing things

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Classes

Children's Karate Classes

Instructor Highlight

Born in Shanghai in 1929, Master Yu Cheng-hsiang studied Shaolin Chuan with Hou Zheng Chi at age 15 to control asthma. In 1949, he moved to Taiwan, where he studied Yang-style tai chi first with Lee Sou Chin and after Master Lee' passed away, he continued his studies with Cheng Man-ching. He came to New York City in 1979 where he has taught Tai chi Chuan for the last 30 years. Prominent students have included Maggie Newman and Joseph Zeisky.

Articles

Michelle's final round in the AUSKF Iaido Nationals

I flew to Cincinnati to participate in my first AUSKF National Iaido Camp, which included Seminar, Taikai (tournament) and Shinsa (testing). After two days of instruction and practice under the tutelage of the top Senseis in America, I took a stab at testing and competition. In the evening, I bonded with my sword mates over dinner and drinks. Very civilized.