News and Notes
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!
Special Beginner's Classes at Ro Ho En
23 August 2008
Arizona Aikido is conducting a series of beginner's classes at the Japanese Garden (Ro Ho En) on Saturday mornings starting September 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and ending on October 18. The classes include beginning Aikido plus Aikiken (Aiki sword) movement. Total cost for the classes is $50.00. 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.
Update on Mary Heiny Sensei
1 August 2008
We received a note from Mary Heiny Sensei telling us that she is recovering well and will begin moving lightly on the mat in August. She hopes to be 100% by October! We are looking forward to her full recovery and another opportunity to train with her.
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.
Congratulations on New Promotions!
16 March 2008
Congratulations to the following people for new kyu promotions: Martha - 6th Kyu
Scott - 6th Kyu
Ron - 3rd Kyu We're proud of your progress!
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!
November Promotions!
18 November 2007
Congratulations! to the following students who have received new kyu ranks: Skip - 3rd Kyu
John - 3rd Kyu
Jason -3rd Kyu
Carlos - 6th Kyu
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.
What's Going On In The Back Room?
7 October 2007
Have you noticed the changes in the back room at the dojo? We're in the process of transforming the small practice area into a much nicer practice area so that we can have two classes going on at the same time! Things are happening quickly, so keep your eyes on the progress. If you have skills and/or labor to offer, please let Haines Sensei know.
Fall Mountain Camp - September 4 - 7, 2008 - Hold for the record
7 September 2007
Last day for Arizona Aikido's annual Fall Mountain Camp in Prescott, Arizona September 4 - 7, 2008! We have room for you! Pay when you arrive. There's a new format for classes this year that is more like the Aikido Bridge Seminars. Our main instructors are Hiroshi Ikeda Shihan of Boulder Aikikai and Joanne Veneziano Sensei of Emerald City Aikido. In addition, we'll offer classes taught by our own chief instructor, Tsuneji Sakakbara Sensei; Tom Haines Sensei of Arizona Aikido; Rafa Mithuna of Arizona Aikido Katsujinken Dojo; Glenn Brooks Sensei from Aikido of Scottsdale; Judith Robinson Sensei from Aikido at the Center in Tucson; and Jeff Sodeman Sensei from Jiai Aikido in San Diego. Check out the camp schedule. Don't miss this opportunity!Download a flyer here! Need directions to camp? Download a map.
If you need transportation to camp and we can't pick you up, check the shuttle options here or here.
The weather forecast looks good, but there is still a possibility of rain during camp. It would be wise to come prepared for that. Check Prescott weather here.
Full camp 4 days - $250. (Thursday evening to Sunday noon)
Full camp 3 days - $225. (Friday evening to Sunday noon)
Full camp includes dormitory-style housing.
Independent housing 4 days - $200, 3 days - $175.
All of these plans include meals and banquet.1 day with lunch - $100
Thursday night class - $30
Sunday class with lunch - $40
1 meal - $10
1 night stay - $25
Banquet - $35You may mail your registration check payable to Arizona Aikido to:
Arizona Aikido
c/o Don Crawford
2416 S. Mulberry
Mesa, AZ 85202-7532Can't or don't want to stay at the camp? Check out Prescott Arizona Hotels via Google Search.
Start planning now for next year's camp - September 10 - 13, 2009.
More: [1] [11]