Upcoming events.

Karate Club
Jan
31

Karate Club

What: Karate Club! We’re back for year two, and we’d love for you to join us! 

Who: All students, all ranks, ages 12+
When: Saturdays once a month from 1-3pm

Why: During our monthly sessions, we support our training by digging into dojo topics and exploring ideas and themes like

  • Reflex drills & counterattacks

  • Sparring, footwork, & timing

  • Self defense & takedowns

  • Natural movement 

  • Self reflection

  • Debrief time 

Please see Master Duffy for family rates and remember that while competition is not required, tuition for the Club covers Competition Team membership as well. 

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Competition Team Practice
Feb
7

Competition Team Practice

For many years Junidan Shover and her brother Judan Cousino have put together competition teams to experience tournaments and enhance the journey of the sport martial artist. Post covid we have rebuilt our competition team and took the team to many eventsbringing home record numbers of medals, trophies, and titles.

With so many new students joining us it is our goal to help develop this side of your art so you can add new excitement and fun memories. For those that want to be a part of it and not compete we have many other opportunities such as judging, score keeping, and many other team support functions. It is always fun to be a part of something and feel like you are contributing so join us and get involved. The Team and Club compliment each other whereas The Club goes year-round so you can practice during the off-season, then be prepared for team practices in the winter/spring.

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Leadership Retreat
Feb
14
to Feb 15

Leadership Retreat

Feb 14/15th is our second leadership retreat of the year here at the dojo. Kids will be dropped off at 8am for the morning meeting and picked up Sunday morning at 8am. Kids will need to bring all of their karate gear as well as overnight gear (pillow, sleeping bag, meds, fuzzy slippers etc). After classes are over we will have specialized group training all day and end with dinner and fun activities.

This is a time for the kids to really get to know each other, bond, and understand personalities. 

There is no charge for this event and we hope to see you there.  If you are part of the leadership crew, you can register here.

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April Break Camp: World Tour Pt 2
Feb
23
to Feb 27

April Break Camp: World Tour Pt 2

Due to the excitement and incredible response from our first World Tour Camp, we’re excited to announce part 2!

This camp will align with April break; Monday, April 20th-24th from 9am-4pm each day.

($299 for each camper, family discounts available)

To learn more, click here. To register now, click here.

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February Break Camp
Feb
25
to Mar 3

February Break Camp

FEBRUARY BREAK: WEAPONS CAMP

We're excited to announce our February Break Karate Camp, running Wednesday, February 25th through Friday, February 27th, continuing to Monday,March 2nd through Tuesday, March 3rd from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM each day (different dates available to choose from).

($299 for each camper, family discounts available)

To learn more, click here. To register now, click here.

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Snyder’s Open Championship
Mar
14

Snyder’s Open Championship

Each spring, we participate in various open tournaments statewide, offering students a chance to test their skills against diverse competitors. These events promote camaraderie and sportsmanship while providing competitive experience. Leading up to the tournaments, we emphasize training in technique, strategy, and mental readiness, helping participants adapt to different fighting styles. We prioritize respect and discipline, encouraging students to support one another regardless of match outcomes.

Alongside attending open tournaments, each spring we host our own in-school held tournament open to all students in our dojo (and satellites).

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Black Belt Test
Mar
22

Black Belt Test

If you are testing, you have received an email with all information. Please see email sent with information on the test and what you need to know.

Test goes until finished.

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Annual In-School Tournament
May
2

Annual In-School Tournament

Each spring, we participate in various open tournaments statewide, offering students a chance to test their skills against diverse competitors. These events promote camaraderie and sportsmanship while providing competitive experience. Leading up to the tournaments, we emphasize training in technique, strategy, and mental readiness, helping participants adapt to different fighting styles. We prioritize respect and discipline, encouraging students to support one another regardless of match outcomes.

Alongside attending open tournaments, each spring we host our own in-school held tournament open to all students in our dojo (and satellites).

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Yordan's Open Championship: Govenor’s Cup
May
9

Yordan's Open Championship: Govenor’s Cup

Each spring, we participate in various open tournaments statewide, offering students a chance to test their skills against diverse competitors. These events promote camaraderie and sportsmanship while providing competitive experience. Leading up to the tournaments, we emphasize training in technique, strategy, and mental readiness, helping participants adapt to different fighting styles. We prioritize respect and discipline, encouraging students to support one another regardless of match outcomes.

Alongside attending open tournaments, each spring we host our own in-school held tournament open to all students in our dojo (and satellites).

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June Summer Camp
Jun
22
to Jun 26

June Summer Camp


Welcome to The Summer of Mythicality, our 2026 karate summer camp series where martial arts training meets myth, imagination, and adventure. While the Dragon, one of the Five Animals of Shaolin Kempo, serves as our central guide, campers will explore many mythical themes throughout the summer, drawing inspiration from legends, creatures, stories, and ancient traditions from around the world. Each camp is designed to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and help kids discover their own spark.

($299 for each camper, per camp, family discounts available)

To learn more, click here. To register now, click here.

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July Summer Camp
Jul
6
to Jul 10

July Summer Camp

Welcome to The Summer of Mythicality, our 2026 karate summer camp series where martial arts training meets myth, imagination, and adventure. While the Dragon, one of the Five Animals of Shaolin Kempo, serves as our central guide, campers will explore many mythical themes throughout the summer, drawing inspiration from legends, creatures, stories, and ancient traditions from around the world. Each camp is designed to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and help kids discover their own spark.

($299 for each camper, per camp, family discounts available)

To learn more, click here. To register now, click here.

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August Summer camp
Aug
3
to Aug 7

August Summer camp

Welcome to The Summer of Mythicality, our 2026 karate summer camp series where martial arts training meets myth, imagination, and adventure. While the Dragon, one of the Five Animals of Shaolin Kempo, serves as our central guide, campers will explore many mythical themes throughout the summer, drawing inspiration from legends, creatures, stories, and ancient traditions from around the world. Each camp is designed to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and help kids discover their own spark.

($299 for each camper, per camp, family discounts available)

To learn more, click here. To register now, click here.

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Black Belt Evaluation
Jan
24

Black Belt Evaluation

For those who have already received the notice of testing. Evaluation fee is due 7 days prior to this date (see email for info). Bring full uniform, water, and all karate gear.

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Annual Gratitude Party
Dec
20

Annual Gratitude Party

**Students Only Event**

Each year we host a gratitude party to celebrate the holidays, whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, Las Posadas, or Yule. We like to gather with one another to enjoy company, eat food, and do some fun activities together, such as the gift swap game. This event is open to all our dojo family; kid, teen, & adult students!

There will be NO regular Saturday classes on this date.

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Karate Club
Dec
6

Karate Club

What: Karate Club! We’re back for year two, and we’d love for you to join us! 

Who: All students, all ranks, ages 12+
When: Saturdays once a month from 1-3pm

Why: During our monthly sessions, we support our training by digging into dojo topics and exploring ideas and themes like

  • Reflex drills & counterattacks

  • Sparring, footwork, & timing

  • Self defense & takedowns

  • Natural movement 

  • Self reflection

  • Debrief time 

Please see Master Duffy for family rates and remember that while competition is not required, tuition for the Club covers Competition Team membership as well. 

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Annual Spectrum Fundraiser
Nov
26
to Dec 20

Annual Spectrum Fundraiser

Our second holiday drive of the season is for Spectrum Youth and Family Services.

Spectrum Youth and Family Services provides support and resources for young people and families facing various challenges. The organization's mission focuses on empowering youth and fostering family stability through a range of programs and services. These include housing assistance, case management, mental health support, and educational opportunities.

Through our Leadership Program, the kids/teens help raise alongside their teams as many necessities as possible. This is a friendly competition to see who can raise the most, while helping our community and teaching our youth about fundraising. Everyone is encouraged and welcome to donate, and can pick whichever team they feel is right ;)

Donation lists/wishlists can be found on their website.

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Annual Holiday Food Drive for BEFS
Oct
19
to Nov 25

Annual Holiday Food Drive for BEFS

Our first holiday drive of the season is for the Burlington Emergency Food Shelf (Feeding Chittenden). Through our Leadership Program, the kids/teens help raise alongside their teams as much food/necessities as possible. This is a friendly competition to see who can raise the most, while helping our community and teaching our youth about fundraising. Everyone is encouraged and welcome to donate, and can pick whichever team they feel is right ;)

Donation lists can be found on their website.

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Halloween Party
Oct
18

Halloween Party

It’s almost that time of year again — our Annual Epic Halloween Party is back, and it’s going to be spooktacular!

🗓 Date: Saturday, October 18th
📍 Where: Villari’s of Vermont
🎭 What: Costumes, games, spooky activities, food, and sweets!

Schedule:

  • 4:00 – 8:30 PM → Kids ages 5–10

  • 7:00 – 11:00 PM → Brown Belts & Kids ages 11+

Who Can Come:

  • All Villari’s students

  • Friends invited by a student

💲 Cost: $45 per participant (family discounts available)

Bring your best costume and get ready for a night full of fun, laughter, and Halloween spirit. Don’t miss out on one of our biggest events of the year!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🕷🍬👻

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Women's Self Defense Class
Jul
27

Women's Self Defense Class

Sign up at miltonvt.gov/recregister!

Are you a mom, daughter, business professional, student, traveler?

Have you ever experienced having that nervous feeling of walking alone, uneasy when leaving your job late at night, Or uncomfortable at a social engagement?

Come join us for 90 minutes of women's self-defense basics. In this class, you'll learn how to think about situations differently, learn, basic techniques, and power yourself. Junidan Shover has nearly 50 years of training and 45 years of teaching community members to be more confident and independent.

Date: Sat, July 26

Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Location: Milton Grange Hall

Fee: $20/person

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