News and Notes
Fall Mountain Camp - September 4 - 7, 2008
28 June 2008
Start planning now to attend Arizona Aikido's annual Fall Mountain Camp in Prescott, Arizona September 4 - 7, 2008! We'll be using 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; Glenn Brooks Sensei from Aikido of Scottsdale and Judith Robinson Sensei from Aikido at the Center in Tucson. Don't miss this opportunity! Download a flyer 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 - $35
Update on Mary Heiny
25 June 2008
The Friends of Mary Heiny Web site reports that Mary returned to Seattle on June 17 after a successful hip replacement surgery. Her spirits are good and she is looking forward to her rehabilitation work so that she'll be back to Aikido practice within a few months.
John Messores in Las Vegas!
19 June 2008
John Messores Sensei, 6th Dan will be in Las Vegas June 27 - 29, 2008. Download a flyer here for complete information. More information on Desert Wind Martial Arts may be found at http://www.desertwindmartialarts.com
Update on Mary Heiny Sensei
25 May 2008
The Friends of Mary Heiny reached their donation goal to help Mary with her hip surgery, which is currently scheduled for June 3, 2008. You can check the link above for updated information on how Mary is doing. Thanks, everyone, for making this surgery possible!
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.
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