Training

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When:

QUT Ninjutsu holds classes on Monday from 1900 to 2030.

 Monday Session: 7.00pm - 8.30pm.

 Please arrive 15 minutes early.

 QUT Ninjutsu plans to start Wednesday and Friday sessions in late February.

 If you are interested in trying a class please RSVP through the contact form.
Where:

 Training is held at a public park at the QUT Kelvin Grove Campus.

What to bring and wear:

 Loose comfortable clothing, running shoes and a bottle of water.

Pricing:

Membership to QUT Ninjutsu carries a yearly membership fee of $25 to cover public liability insurance. 

Classes cost $15 per session.
Holiday dates:

 No training takes place between these dates. The dates represent the first and last days of training.

 Friday 19th December 2016 - Friday 9th January 2017.

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