Dive into a world where martial arts and leadership skills unite. This UCI course is open to high school and college students. No prior martial arts experience required.
Fall 2024
10 week course starts week of Sept 23
Offered T, W, or Th from 4-6pm
Level up: Immerse yourself in the transformative world of martial arts and follow a path of excitement, challenges, and self-discovery.
Build leadership skills: You'll develop more than just physical prowess; you'll learn how to transform your martial arts training into real-world leadership skills that will set you apart in every area of life.
Join an awesome community: Build friendships on the mat and beyond, connect with mentors, and forge meaningful connections in a supportive and diverse community.
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This 10 week academic course gives you 1 unit of UCI college credit, transferrable to any UC, CSU, or community college.
You'll explore leadership in principles and practice through the lens of the martial arts.
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For the term of the course, you'll get a complimentary unlimited membership at Ikazuchi Dojo where you can train up to 6 days a week. Learn Aikido, Kali, BJJ and more.
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Join Our Family: Be part of a welcoming community at your martial arts academy and beyond. Our Discord server offers our students from across the country a space where friendships are formed and experience are shared.
Mentors: Individuals age 18+ have exclusive access to our Mentor Portal. Here, you'll find guidance from mentors who are experts in a diverse array of professions.
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The course fee is $450
We offer full and partial scholarships for accepted students in need of financial aid.
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The program is held at:
Ikazuchi Dojo
17777 Main Street, Suite G
Irvine, CA 92614If you need transportation, let us know in your application and we can help.
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"This program has not only given me confidence but the motivation to better myself in countless ways. Budo Accelerator has helped me connect with mentors and a community that will support me in the long run."
Gonzalo Castro Rodriguez
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“Budo Accelerator has been life changing for me. I have more confidence over my presence and actions and I feel I'm with a family I can always turn to.”
Diane Vu
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"With the changes this program brought about in me, I was able to bring my dream to life of starting an on-campus club. I know I can apply what I learned to the challenges I'll face in the future."
Carlos Flores
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"Through Budo Accelerator, I've grown my confidence, made so many friends, become more open to taking risk, grown tenacious, and became a better learner."
Erin Kim
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"This program has taught me more about leadership than I’ve ever learned in my life, including inclusivity, communication, teamwork, adaptability, and perseverance."
Vanessa L.
