Hanabi Judo

About

Hanabi Japanese and Judo Summer Camp will be a fun, active introduction to the traditions of Japan: an adventure in physical and cultural education for children from 5 to 14.

Every themed session will have children learning judo (a requirement in Japanese schools), Japanese songs, Japanese stories as well as the main artistic, linguistic or culinary activity. Each week, participants will receive certificates of completion and custom videos featuring their activities.

At Hanabi learning is fun.  Whether we are rolling, running, story telling or speaking Japanese, we use both our bodies and minds to expand our abilities and experiences.  Hanabi offers a positive learning environment where respect for “Sensei” – and for everyone – comes as naturally as smiling.

Services

Summer Camps

Morning Session: 9:00 to 12:00; All Day Session: 9:00 to 3:00; Early/Late Care: 8:00 am to 6:00.

Prices:

Morning Session - $190 per child; Session 4 $165(No camp on July 4th); Sushi and Bento - $215

All Day Session - $130 per child; Session 4 - $265 (No camp on July 4th) Sushi and Bento - $345

Early/Late Care: $100 per child. Session 4 - $85 (No camp on July 4th) Includes participation in any judo classes going on before departure. A $50 deposit is required to reserve space. Deposit is due at least one month prior to session. Balance is due 10 days before session start.

History

The head instructor, 6th degree black belt Dan Augustine, won the US Sr. National Championship in 1984 and was the alternate to the 1988 Olympics. But more importantly, he is a father of three who has taught in New York, Yokyo and Berkeley. He holds a Master's Degree in Education and speaks Japanese and Spanish.

Our founder, Mel Augustine—many-time national champion, U.S. coach, Olympic official, and 7th-degree black belt—began The club in 1965. We have one of the largest groups of Black-Belt Senseis in the country including Brazilian and Mongolian champions and a 2009 World Master’s champion.