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EVENTS & RENTALS

  • Bonsai for Beginners
    Bonsai for Beginners
    Sun, Apr 28
    Phoenix
    Apr 28, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
    Apr 28, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
    In this lecture for beginners, you will learn all aspects of the art of bonsai includes its history, techniques, how to choose a plant and pot, as well as all the keys to basic maintenance for desert climate.
  • Aikido Fitness in the Garden
    Aikido Fitness in the Garden
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, May 04
    Phoenix
    May 04, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    May 04, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    The Martial Art of Aikido provides benefits beyond just self defense. We will offer various exercises drawn from the attack and defense postures as well as movement patterns to help participants in their physical fitness.
  • Evening in the Garden
    Evening in the Garden
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, May 05
    Phoenix
    May 05, 2024, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    May 05, 2024, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Join us for an evening stroll at sunset during extended operating hours! The Garden will be open from 9am-7pm on this day.
  • Qigong in the Garden
    Qigong in the Garden
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, May 05
    Phoenix
    May 05, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    May 05, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    Rooted in Taoist philosophy, Qigong offers a path to harmony between mankind and nature. This workshop invites you to embrace a state of tranquility, free from the stress and conflict of daily life.
  • Tea Tours
    Tea Tours
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, May 07
    Phoenix
    May 07, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    May 07, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    In Japan, having tea allows guests to take a break from the outside world and focus on the simple, transitory moment of serving and drinking tea. Join us on this tour to experience Japanese tea culture!
  • Tea Tours
    Tea Tours
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, May 07
    Phoenix
    May 07, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
    May 07, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
    In Japan, having tea allows guests to take a break from the outside world and focus on the simple, transitory moment of serving and drinking tea. Join us on this tour to experience Japanese tea culture!
  • Evening in the Garden
    Evening in the Garden
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, May 10
    Phoenix
    May 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    May 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Join us for an evening stroll at sunset during extended operating hours! The Garden will be open from 9am-7pm on this day.
  • Evening in the Garden
    Evening in the Garden
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Apr 26
    Phoenix
    Apr 26, 2024, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Apr 26, 2024, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Join us for an evening stroll at sunset during extended operating hours! The Garden will be open from 9am-7pm on this day.
  • Moon Meditation Workshop
    Moon Meditation Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Apr 23
    Phoenix
    Apr 23, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Apr 23, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Full Moon Ceremonies are a common practice in many ancient traditions. This powerful moon phase marks completion and represents abundance. It is an ideal time to surrender anything that doesn’t support your peace and joy; and things that you are ready to let go of or release.

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Cancellation Policies

All classes that do not meet minimum enrollment one week prior to the start date may be canceled at Japanese Friendship Garden's discretion. Japanese Friendship Garden will contact students in affected class and offer refunds or placement in an alternate class.

 

Refunds

Clients who register for a class or program that is canceled for any reason by Japanese Friendship Garden will receive a full refund.

Clients who withdraw from a class/program at least 10 business days prior the scheduled class/program start date may receive a full refund on their registration. (A “business day” is defined as M-F.)

 

Refunds will not be given to any student who withdraws from a class after the first class has been held.

 

Missed Classes

There are no discounts or refunds for missed classes.

COVID19 Guidelines for attending Workshops and Classes

● Stay home if you are sick or running fever

● Protect yourself while visiting the garden.  

● Stay at least 6 feet away from others in the class

● Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth 

● Wash your hands with soap and water or use alcohol-based sanitizer after using the restrooms.  

● Facial cover required by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control in the public setting.

● Attendance at and use of the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix and its facilities is at the sole risk of the attendee/participant and the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix shall not be responsible for any injury, sickness or harm experienced by an attendee/participant from or related to such use, and by its use, the attendee/participant assumes such risk. 

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