The Vermont Martial Arts Academy has been offering instruction since 1981. Established in Rutland Vermont by Rick Marallo Sensei, it presents separate training in systems of Koro Ken Katate, Aikijutsu, T'ai Chi Chuan, and Kick Boxing . Ongoing classes are available to people of all ages and levels of health, including classes for children ages five and up. Recently VMAA has opened another dojo in Manchester Vermont.