Based in real world martial arts and swordsmanship The Vitae Vi Virtus Institute is based squarely in the real world, yet inspired by the fantasy worlds of the silver screen. Our unique and specifically designed VVVI program has one a singular thought. “What if the fantasy worlds we create in film, were all authentic?
From the old Egyptian order of the Djedhi, who believed in knowledge through experience and self-discipline, in the existence of a vital energy, or Life Force, comes a focused VVVI program in which everyone can take part, young, old, experienced or not.
The journey begins in either one of our Youngling Programs, or through our Initium Level.
Youngling FTE – Ages 5-8
Offering five ranks with a unique and specially designed curriculum to give children skills and self-discipline, while also helping them be more focused and confident.
Youngling NTE – Ages 9-11
This curriculum is slightly more advanced, with longer mindfulness sessions, more footwork with more emphasis on correct attack and defenses positions
Like any other martial art there will be exercises and ranking tests for both Youngling Levels, with certificates of completion for each level. The fun martial art forms and exercises, combined with engaging the fantasy of worlds far, far away, will allow their imagination to fly and their skills and confidence to grow immeasurably.
The Initium Level is where adults begin their journey. The centering forms, basic footwork drills, Initial saber strikes, and the attack and defense positions, within this level, along with the weaponless defense techniques, give you the basis for one of the three the paths you choose next.
The Counsulari journey of enlightenment, focuses on Balance and Connection to the philosophical side of training, using specially designed forms and exercises.
The Custos path to improvement is focused on developing physical skills through self-defense while maintaining Honor.
The Bellator route propels your self-advancement by understanding fairness and justice by honing your skills with a Laser Sword. These are all skills gleaned from age old sword techniques.
While each path shares similar aspects, each focus on different elements of Djedhi training. Each path is divided into 5 ranks with challenges and obstacles to be mastered before testing for the next rank.
The Eques, or Knight Level, is VVVI highest training level. Here your skills will tested to include unique challenges based on the path you have chosen to tread. Once your status has been achieved you can then test for the Eques level in each of the two other paths. This will bring you the Elite Status of Domini.
