Seminar: Donovan Waite Shihan in Manila, June 16-17, 2012
Posted 5/15/2012 10:30am [from Rommel Miel]
Aikido Philippines, Filipino Federation of Aikido and Pilipinas Aikido Propagation Association would like to invite everyone to the Donovan Waite Shihan Seminar in Manila this 16-17 June 2012 at the Golden Panda Dormtel located in Banawe corner E. Rodriguez Avenue, Quezon City.
Donovan Waite Sensei, 7th Dan Shihan is a martial arts professional who has dedicated his life to the practice of the teachings of Aikido. He teaches at the Aikido of Center City in Philadelphia, USA and also serves on the United States Aikido Federation Technical Committee.
For both June 16-17, schedule will be as follows--10:00 to 11:30 am, 3:00 to 4:30 pm and 5:00 to 6:30 pm.
For inquiries, contact aikiphil@justice.com.
Online Video: Facebook video: Haruo Matsuoka Sensei (6th dan)
Posted 5/15/2012 10:30am [from Josh Gold]
A new video (on Facebook) featuring Haruo Matsuoka Sensei (6th dan).
Seminar: Kashiwaya Sensei Spring Seminar, Chicago IL, May 4-6, 2012
Posted 4/29/2012 8:25pm [from Genki Kai Dojo]
Koichi Kashiwaya Sensei, 8th Dan Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido, teaches a weekend Spring Seminar at the University of Chicago Ki-Aikido Club, May 4th-6th, in Chicago, Illinois.
Seminar: Memorial Aikido Class in the Isle of Man, Apr 27-28, 2012
Posted 4/23/2012 3:21pm [from Joe Curran]
In memory of Ruddock Sensei and Robert Casement Senior, two of my long term friends, I will be paying my respects to their memory at the Isle of Man dojo this Fri 27th April, Sat 28th April by taking a couple of classes at the Douglas [I.O.M] dojo.
All are welcome.
J.Curran
Article: Off the grid at Aiki Farms
Posted 4/22/2012 6:17pm [from Jun Akiyama]
This article entitled "Off the grid a Aiki Farms; living life rooted in the natural world" highlights Bob Burns' Aiki Farms in Ledyard, CT.
From the article: "A day at the farm started at 5 a.m. with Zazen mediation and Aikido training. Zazen meditation involves Buddhist philosophies and clearing the mind through silent meditation and focused breathing; this was followed by Aikido and Iaido. Aikido, said Burns, is a martial art that teaches one to “defend with harmony.” Iaido is another Japanese martial art based on sword use. He teaches a number of students, from children to adults, with some becoming resident students."
Article: "450 girls learn Aikido to defend against sexual violence"
Posted 4/21/2012 4:15pm [from Jun Akiyama]
This article entitled "450 girls learn Aikido to defend against sexual violence" highlights a year-long program in stopping sexual abuse organized by the Lebanese Council to Resist Violence Against Women in which 450 girls underwent a 16-week aikido program.
From the article: The program was developed with the intention of teaching students “the idea that any person can attack them, or sexually abuse them, either by words or by touching,” Yassir said, and enable them to “understand the differences between flirting, let’s say, and sexual harassment.”
Seminar: Aiki Extensions US Seminar June 1-3 in Fredericksburg, VA
Posted 4/20/2012 2:47pm [from Greg Harkless]
Registration is now open for the Aiki Extensions US Seminar, June 1-3 in historic Fredericksburg, VA. AE's mission is to apply aiki principles to off-the-mat settings such as education, mediation, psychology, business, leadership, and more. Robert Frager, 7th dan, will present the keynote. Group and breakout sessions will include: mediation and conflict resolution; aiki leadership in business; embodied peacemaking / aiki somatics; aikido and law enforcement/ criminal justice; teaching aikido to the blind; and more. Discounted registration is available through April 30. Presenters are coming from all over the US (and even from Germany!). Join us in a beautiful setting for a weekend of connection and exploration.
Seminar: Aiki Kai o Kona's 24th Anniversary Seminar, June 17th 2012
Posted 4/19/2012 10:27pm [from Christopher Li]
June 17th 2012: Aiki Kai o Kona's 24th Anniversary Seminar on the Big Island of Hawaii! See the details on the Aikido Hawaii website.
