News and Notes
Aikido Presentation - Bard's Books
31 December 2008
On January 17, 2009 Tom Haines Sensei will give a presentation on Aikido at Bard's Books, 3508 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, Arizona from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This is a good opportunity for you to learn about Aikido and to ask whatever questions you may have.
First Keiko of the New Year!
20 December 2008
We will have our annual "First Keiko of the New Year" on Friday evening January 2, 2009. Sensei says, "Those who train the first training class of the new year, train all year long." There's a normal beginner's class at 6:00 p.m. and this special session starting at 7:00 p.m. Please plan to be there!
Annual Winter Seminar with John Messores Sensei
19 November 2008
We are pleased to announce that our Annual Winter Seminar, this year featuring John Messores Sensei, 6th dan, will be held February 20 - 22, 2009 at Longview School in Phoenix, Arizona. Please watch this Web site for additional information.
Special Beginner's Classes at Ro Ho En
26 October 2008
Arizona Aikido is conducting beginner's classes at the Japanese Garden (Ro Ho En) on Saturday mornings from 8:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. on a week-to-week basis. The classes include beginning Aikido plus Aikiken (Aiki sword) movement. Total cost per class is $10.00. No need to preregister; just show up!Click here for a map to Ro Ho En, which is located at 1125 N. 3rd Avenue in Phoenix.
Grand Opening of Katsujinken Dojo New Location
12 October 2008
Katsujinken Dojo opened their new dojo with an open house on October 11, 2008! Please visit them at the new location, 1201 Iron Springs Rd., Suite 3, Prescott, AZ 86305. You'll find more information on their Web page.
Successful Heiny Sensei "Back on the Mat" Seminar
7 October 2008
A report from Joanne Veneziano Sensei from Emerald City Aikido indicates that the "Back on the Mat" seminar with Mary Heiny Sensei on October 5 was phenomenal! Heiny Sensei was in great form for this 3-hour seminar. We were thrilled to hear that Heiny Sensei's hip replacement was such a success and that we'll all be able to benefit from her return to the mat. Welcome back, Heiny Sensei!
Belated Congratulations!
6 October 2008
Oops! These kyu promotions occurred in August! Belated congratulations to the following people: Skip - 2nd Kyu
Richard - 3rd Kyu
Stephen - 4th Kyu
Jim - 6th Kyu We're proud of your progress!
New Web Site for Katsujinken Dojo
9 May 2008
Check out the new Web site for Arizona Aikido's Katsujinken Dojo in Prescott! For more information, contact Rafa Mithuna.
Dojo Flyer
7 December 2007
Arizona Aikido students! Download this flyer and post it on bulletin boards in your area. Let's help build the dojo!
Randori and Weapons Intensive Seminars
21 October 2007
George Ledyard Sensei, 6th dan, Chief Instructor of Aikido Eastside in Bellevue, Washington, conducts a number of Randori and Weapons Intensive Seminars during the year. The seminars are always limited to a small number of attendees and early registration is essential. Check the schedule; register early; benefit from this excellent training! 2008 Intensive Schedule.
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