about
We believe that everyone has the ability to transcend his or her present struggle. Raincoast Martial Arts is passionate about offering significant tools to help on that journey.
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The path of Budo is about transformation through great effort and diligence; accomplishment through striving. At Raincoast, this is why we train. We enjoy the practice, we value the development of our skill, but at the core of it all is "kung fu: attainment through hard work" that defines why we do what we do.
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Raincoast Martial Arts offers a safe place to learn and explore.
We offer private group instruction as well as publicly offered courses and workshops.
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The underlying goal of training is less about fighting and more about mastering the self. Aikido provides a path for both personal realization and for ethical self defense.
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Benefits of Practice:
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Increase coordination, balance & dexterity
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Improve dynamics in relationships
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Relieve stress, develop a calm relaxed attitude
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Ability to set healthy boundaries
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Increase core strength, stamina & flexibility
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Confidence & improved posture
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Centered response to crisis situations
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behind the Logo
meaningful symbolism
A new student might start a martial art for a number of reasons. Eventually they realize that the deeper reason has become one of forging the self. That is where RMA's logo, the symbol of the koi, comes in.
why Koi?
Over time koi have become symbolic of overcoming and persevering through adversity.
In fact, the Yellow River in China has an immense waterfall called Dragon’s Gate. The legend states that while many carp/koi swim upstream against the river's strong current, few are capable or brave enough to make the final leap over the waterfall. If a carp successfully makes the jump, it is transformed into a powerful dragon.
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the goal of training
The underlying goal of training is less about fighting and more about mastering the self. Through hard work and tenacity, we transform into greatness of being. ​
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Like the koi symbolizes, we learn to honor the effort itself - which is discovered in the end to be more valuable than the final achievement.
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set your goals, become a member
We have membership plans that give practitioners access to training videos, special classes and workshops, as well as a monthly flat membership rate. Join us today!