Extended Program overview

The Budokon Academy Extended Program (EP) is open to anyone who is interested in a full education within the Budokon yogic/martial/living arts system. The EP is open to all belt levels and welcomes both beginners as well as experienced yogis, professional martial artists, and anyone in between. In the EP, students will start at the white belt level and work toward their black belt by attending weekly classes at a Budokon Academy certified training location. Each belt level (with the exception of Black) requires a minimum of 200 hours and takes a minimum of 6 months to complete. For a complete list of certified Extended Program Teachers and Academy Locations, click here.

Who should join the EP?

Anyone of any fitness level who is interested in learning yogic and martial arts for self-mastery, concentration and self-defense in a non-competitive environment.
Anyone with a passion for movement and desire for personal growth and lifestyle transformation.
Experienced yogis, martial artists, or anyone with a background in dance, gymnastics or other movement art, who is interested in being re-inspired.
Anyone with access to a local Budokon Academy training center in their city.
Serious students willing to commit to a consistent weekly training schedule (must be able to attend a minimum of 2 classes per week plus an additional Budokon Group Discussion/Study class once a month).
Students who are interested in a future career as a Budokon Teacher.

NOTE: The EP is not a Teaching Certification program, but rather a stepping stone towards certification. To receive a Professional Teacher Certification the student is required to attend a separate Professional Teacher Training Conditioning Course after achieving a red belt or higher rank. Visit the Teacher Training section of our website for more information.

Getting Started

How do I get started?

Step 1: Locate a Certified Academy Leadership Teacher in your area to train under. If there is not a Certified Leadership Academy Teacher in your area you will need to consider the Accelerated Program.

Step 2: If this is your first time, fill out this application:

Extended Program Application - Budokon Academy

Contact Information:

First Name:
Last Name:
Address:
City:
State/Province:
Zipcode:
Country:
Phone Number:
Email Address:

History, Background, Experience, Education, and Usage:

In what city will you be attending the Budokon Academy:
Name of Sensei (teacher) you will be studying under:
Current Budo Arts Experience:
Current Yogic Arts Experience:
Applicable or Related Studies:
How did you hear about Budokon?
Are you currently planning on attending the 250 Hour Budokon Teacher Training once your Red Belt status has been achieved?

Step 3: Select the belt type, material fee, and uniform top size that you wish to purchase below.