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Old 11-12-2008, 02:12 PM   #51
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

To whom it may concern:

Due to unforseen circumstances, I will not be able to participate in the Aikiweb seminar.

I would like to publicly apologize to Jun for this and I wish him nothing but success for this and all of his endevours.

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Old 11-12-2008, 02:31 PM   #52
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

Howard,
That's a bummer. I hope everything is ok with you.
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Old 11-13-2008, 08:24 AM   #53
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

Hi Howard,

No apology needed; I appreciate your letting me know and I support your decision full-heartedly. I only feel a bit disappointed that I won't be able to train with you, George, and Toby on the same mat! Alas -- next time!

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Old 11-13-2008, 10:52 AM   #54
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

Hey Howard,
sorry to hear this. I also hope all is well with you and yours.

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Old 11-24-2008, 07:56 AM   #55
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

To Whom it May Concern:

I felt compelled to explain my recent withdrawl from the Aikiweb Seminar.

When I was 18, I had injured my right knee very badly. 10 operations later and 20 years of some rough hobbies and my doctors have told me it is no longer an option to wait to have my knee replaced.

If I wait any longer, I could risk the opportunity to have the knee replaced successfully, so I have decided to do it ASAP.

I don't know what the rehab will be like, so I have decided to cancel my schedule until I know for sure what I will be dealing with.

Thanks again for everyone who expressed a concern.

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Old 11-24-2008, 10:16 AM   #56
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

Hi Howard,

Thanks for letting folks know. I hope that your upcoming knee replacement goes well and that you're back on the mat fully recovered. Make sure you do your rehab religiously, though. I'm looking forward to training with you again with your "knee 2.0"!

On a related note, I am getting ready to announce who will be taking Howard's place. I, for one, am excited to have this person participating at the upcoming Workshop! Stay tuned...

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Old 11-24-2008, 11:56 AM   #57
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Thanks !

I was hoping to be Colonel Steve Austin, but that doesn't seem like a reality

Enjoy the seminar !

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Old 11-24-2008, 12:28 PM   #58
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I was hoping to be Colonel Steve Austin, but that doesn't seem like a reality
You can always just make those "sha-na-na-na-na-na" noises during keiko if you'd like...

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Old 11-25-2008, 01:58 PM   #59
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

Howard, best wishes for a speedy and full recovery! If I make it out, I'll be sad you aren't there.

Jun, as you know, I make ALL KINDS of funny noises during keiko...I'll try not to make the ones my fiance prefers not to hear...

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Ron (yeah, work is killing me, haven't been able to post, read, or train in a while)

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Old 11-25-2008, 02:22 PM   #60
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Thanks for the kind words.

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Old 12-04-2008, 09:56 AM   #61
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Hi everyone,

I am happy to announce that Aaron Clark sensei (6th dan, Jiyushinkai Aikibudo) has agreed to take Howard Popkin sensei's place at the upcoming AikiWeb Workshop! I have trained with Aaron and have found him to be a terrific instructor, an excellent budoka, and a great guy to boot.

So, the line-up for the Workshop now stands at:
  • George Ledyard sensei (6th dan, Aikido)
  • Toby Threadgill sensei (Menkyo Kaiden, Takamura-ha Shindo Yoshin-ryu)
  • Aaron Clark sensei (6th dan, Jiyushinkai Aikibudo)
Needless to say, I am truly happy and honored to have these three instructors participating at the AikiWeb Workshop.

The AikiWeb Workshop will take place on March 20-22nd, 2009, at the Two Cranes dojo in Seattle, WA.

More details can be found here:
http://www.aikiweb.com/workshop/
I hope you'll join us for a wonderful weekend of training, sharing, and experiencing.

Best,

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Old 12-04-2008, 10:32 AM   #62
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

Hello everyone,
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank Jun Akiyama and the AikiWeb for inviting me to participate in this Workshop. Thank you! I am very excited to meet everyone and share ideas and experience. I am looking forward to being on the same mat with George Ledyard sensei and Toby Threadgill sensei. I am still fairly new to the Washington state area and I look forward to making new friends. I was present for the first AikiWeb Workshop in Greensboro and I think these are a great format for bringing people and training methods together.
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Old 12-05-2008, 02:06 AM   #63
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

That Aaron will be teaching is wonderful news, and is one more great reason to attend the training. Most trainings - and the Aikiweb ones being no exception - have had a single flaw. Age. George and Toby are o-l-d. Old men. Aged. Sclerotic. One foot in the grave. Tottering relics of begone days.
(I suppose I should add a smiley or something, but what's to smile about - we are old.).
Anyway, with a touch more seriousness - having teachers of 30 -40+ years experience and knowledge is a wonderful thing. But it is a different wonderful thing to work with a top level young teacher. Aaron reminds me of my closest friend Kuwamori Yasunori, another muscular guy who had that same combination of experience of aikido and judo, and a refreshing lack of mystic pretension. Aaron will throw you hard enough to clear up your sinus infections and unblock your swimmers ears - and leave you bouncing up for another go-round.
What a great mix of instructors! Have fun - everybody go!
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Old 12-05-2008, 11:20 AM   #64
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HHEEEEEYYYYY,

Only my knee is old After looking at Clark Sensei's website, I'm only 2 years older then he is

Seriously, I'm glad someone so qualified as Clark Sensei was able to jump in. Its going to be a great seminar. Sorry I can't make it ! Congrats to Jun for putting together such a great line up.

Best wishes,

Howard
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Old 12-06-2008, 12:59 PM   #65
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That Aaron will be teaching is wonderful news, and is one more great reason to attend the training. Most trainings - and the Aikiweb ones being no exception - have had a single flaw. Age. George and Toby are o-l-d. Old men. Aged. Sclerotic. One foot in the grave. Tottering relics of begone days.
I was just about to take exception to this....but here I am in New Zealand about to tart my last day of teaching down here. My back is killing me and I feel like my parts are all broken.

Ellis s right. We are old...LOL

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Old 12-09-2008, 12:02 AM   #66
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I was just about to take exception to this....but here I am in New Zealand about to tart my last day of teaching down here. My back is killing me and I feel like my parts are all broken.

Ellis s right. We are old...LOL

Toby
I prefer to think of myself as a high mileage late model rather than old... on the other hand my back and knees are saying otherwise.
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Old 12-09-2008, 10:13 PM   #67
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

I'm really glad to see Aaron getting to hang out with you older guys so he can see that I'm not the only one with little "quirks" that need to be overlooked...

I'm sure you all will have a great time.

Safe, Peaceful, and Joyful Holidays to you all.

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Old 12-11-2008, 12:26 PM   #68
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

Hi folks,

I've received some registrations so far before Howard's announcement that he won't be able to make it and before the announcement of Aaron's participation in the Workshop. I've kept the checks undeposited for now since I wanted to make sure that people who have so far registered are OK with the instructor change.

Please let me know as soon as you can if you've registered and whether you would like to cancel your registration or if you would like to continue with your participation. If folks can let me know via e-mail using this online contact form, I would appreciate it!

Otherwise, I'm quite excited about the Workshop and hope I'll see a lot of you there! I'm sure it'll be a great weekend, both on and off the mat.

Thanks,

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Old 01-03-2009, 09:23 PM   #69
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Greetings All,
It would be wonderful to be able to have a Forum here in New Zealand. It is a very long way for travel from this part of the World.
Seasons Greetings to all.
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Old 01-22-2009, 12:50 PM   #70
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Hi folks,

Just a quick reminder that the AikiWeb Workshop will be taking place in Seattle, WA on March 20-22, 2009. Featured instructors will be George Ledyard sensei, Toby Threadgill sensei, and Aaron Clark sensei.

I just bought my ticket and noticed that prices are quite good, with some fares even as low as $92 roundtrip! Classes start at 6pm on Friday the 20th and run until 4:30pm on Sunday the 22nd, so be sure to try to schedule your flights accordingly.

More information on the Workshop may be found here:
http://www.aikiweb.com/workshop
I hope to see a lot of familiar names and faces at the Workshop!

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Old 01-22-2009, 01:36 PM   #71
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Sorry folks, won't be able to make this one after all...conflict came up. I'll miss being there...but I know it will be great for all of you.

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Old 01-22-2009, 01:59 PM   #72
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Re: AikiWeb Workshop 2009: March 20-22, 2009 in Seattle WA

Me neither Ron

I had a fight with a surgeon with a chain saw and lost

I'm sure it will be a wonderful event !!!!

Thanks again to Jun for understanding !!!

Best of luck !

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Old 01-22-2009, 02:02 PM   #73
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Me neither Ron

I had a fight with a surgeon with a chain saw and lost

I'm sure it will be a wonderful event !!!!

Thanks again to Jun for understanding !!!

Best of luck !

Howard
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Old 01-22-2009, 02:03 PM   #74
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I'm trying to make it -- just need to confirm the schedule with some relatives so I can bring the kid along to visit while I'm at the seminar. Makes it easier to justify the trip...

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Old 01-22-2009, 02:43 PM   #75
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I'm really glad to see Aaron getting to hang out with you older guys so he can see that I'm not the only one with little "quirks" that need to be overlooked...

I'm sure you all will have a great time.

Safe, Peaceful, and Joyful Holidays to you all.
Any chance you'll be stopping by the event Chuck?

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