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Old 11-26-2008, 10:42 PM   #94
Cynrod
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Re: Tracing my Philippine Aikikai Roots

What's a "kyoshi grade?"

I think Kyoshi grade is from 7th dan rank and above before the Hanshi grade. I know the word Kyo in Kyoshi means Professor or Phylosophy, and so Kyoshi equals a Professor capable of teaching the Phylosophy of the Martial Arts.

Yes, TAPON is tagalog for throw. Do is Japanese for way. As to how and why Gavileno's group changed the name, I have no idea
Also, the history of Gavileno is hazy to me.[/quote]

I think as long as they train and practice in Aikido is what count the most. That's what O'sensei want isn't it?

It's been a while sinced I've been in the Philippines but I am planning ahead for a next year visit there. March or June maybe?

Salamat sa Lahat (Thanks to all).

Godspeed

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