Jennifer Peringer has been practicing Shintaido since 1979 and teaching it since 1988. She currently holds the ranks of Senior Instructor, Bojutsu Sandan, and Karate Nidan.

She was drawn to Shintaido as a martial art because of its emphasis on harmonious interaction, graceful flowing movement, and connection with nature, as well as its long lineage in Japanese spiritual and martial arts practices.

Jennifer's Monday class focuses on Shintaido Bojutsu, which is a long wooden staff.

Her Saturday class focuses on Shintaido Bokuto, which is a large wooden sword.

Current schedule, Fall 2010, in San Francisco:

Classes: Tuesdays 8-9:30 am and
Saturdays 10-11:30 am, Precita Park.
Fee: $40 a month for one weekly class
$65 a month for two weekly classes
Drop-in fee: $12

New student special: $30 for first month.
First class free!

Class description: We will study the official Shintaido Bojutsu and bokuto curriculum, all levels welcome. Classes will involve stretching, partner work, and solo sequences.


Location: Precita Park, by the school with the big mural at Harrison Street and Precita Avenue. (Map)

Nearby buses include the numbers 27 and 67.

Please call before attending if you are a first-time attendee, so that a practice boh can be made available. In bad weather the class will be held at an indoor location nearby.
Call for details:415-824-0456
thebohwoman@yahoo.com