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Etsunen Geiko

Etsunen Geiko - New Year's Eve Aikido Practice and Celebration

Date: December 31st (Tue)

Time: 11:30 pm to 12:30 am


In the spirit of the Aikikai World Headquarters' annual tradition, immerse yourself in the "Etsunen Geiko" experience! Aikido practitioners converge from distant places, uniting for the final half hour of the old year and the first half hour of the new one

Post-practice, revel in the joyous commencement of the year with delightful snacks and the shared warmth of Japanese sake. It's a time-honored ritual that transcends the mat, creating memories that linger long into the future.

Leo Tamaki Sensei Seminar

Leo Tamaki sensei from France will be our guest in Squamish.

Date: December 14, 15 (Sat, Sun) 2024

Venue: *The venue has changed!

Howe Sound Secondary School Gym, 38430 Buckley Ave, Squamish, BC

Time: December 14 (Sat) 10 am - 12 pm, 2 - 4 pm

December 15 (Sun) 10 am - 1 pm

Fee:

<For Adult>

Full seminar $150

Saturday only $100, Sunday only $75

<For Youth Up to 17YRS>

Full seminar $75

Saturday only $50, Sunday only $40

<Registration and Payment>

Please register through the link below. After finishing the registration process, you will need to send an e-transfer with your registration fee to rie.babin@aikidaily.com. Please add your name and the word Leo Tamaki to the e-transfer message. Once we receive your payment, your registration will be confirmed by email.

Leo Tamaki Bio: 

Leo Tamaki is a prominent figure in the martial arts community, particularly known for his contributions to Aikido. Born to a Japanese father and a French/Croatian mother, Tamaki's multicultural background has significantly influenced his approach to martial arts. He began his martial arts journey with Judo at the age of six, later exploring Kung-Fu, Karate, and Full Contact before discovering Aikido at the age of 21.
Tamaki's Aikido training began under the guidance of Nobuyoshi Tamura, a notable Aikido master. In 1998, he moved to Japan to train at the Aikikai Hombu Dojo, a central hub for Aikido practitioners. After returning to France in 2001, he opened a martial arts equipment business and started a martial arts blog. He returned to Japan in 2007 for further training and eventually committed to teaching Aikido full-time.
Leo Tamaki is the founder of Kishinkai Aikido, a school that has expanded to include 35 dojos across 12 countries. His practice is influenced by several martial arts masters, including Tamura Nobuyoshi in Aikido, Hino Akira in Hino Budo, Kuroda Tetsuzan in Iaijutsu and Kenjutsu, and Kono Yoshinori in Kobujutsu.
In addition to his teaching, Tamaki is actively involved in promoting martial arts through events like "La nuit des Arts Martiaux Traditionnels" and his magazine "YASHIMA," which specializes in martial arts. He conducts Aikido classes in Paris and travels extensively to teach and share his knowledge across Europe and beyond.

6 Week Beginner's Aikido Course

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Are you interested in trying Aikido?

We are offering a 6 week introductory course in Aikido starting on Wednesday, October 2.

No experience with Aikido? Not a problem. Here is your chance to try it now.

This course will introduce you to basic Aikido movements and principles, including how to fall and roll safely, moving your body in a coordinated manner, staying off the line of attack, and breaking someones balance while maintaining your own. This course will prepare you for the next level of your Aikido journey.

What is Aikido?

Aikido is a traditional none-competitive Japanese martial art that focuses on blending and re-directing your partner's energy to create a positive outcome. Individuals work a their own pace in a cooperative and harmonious environment.

http://www.aikidaily.com/adult-aikido-squamish-martialarts

What is the schedule?

The course is every Wednesday beginning October 2, and finishing on November 6.

There are 3 classes to choose from every Wednesday; mornings from 6:30 - 7:30 am, mid-day from 12 - 1 pm, or evenings from 7 - 8:30 pm.

What does it cost?

$100 will grant you 6 weeks of classes.

What to wear?

Loose fitting clothes with long sleeves and long pants are ideal.

If you have an uniform, you are welcome to wear it.

Please make sure to remove all jewelry for safety and keep your nails trimmed for safety.

What’s after the course?

Once you join the club, receive a free uniform and start attending regular classes.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Kid's Fall Term Registration Open

2019 Kids Aikido Fall Term

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Our classes start from 4 YRS and up!

2019 fall term starts on September 3rd and ends on December 20th.

Schedule:

Mon-Fri from 3:30pm - 4:15pm for 4-5 YRS
Mon-Fri from 4:15pm - 5:00pm for 6-7 YRS
Mon-Fri from 5:00pm - 6:00pm for 8-9 YRS
Mon-Fri from 6:00pm - 7:00pm for 10-13 YRS
Tue, Thu from 7:00pm - 8:00pm for 14-18 YRS

Our afternoon club operates from 3pm - 6pm from Mon-Fri. Kids enrolled in the club are collected from school, have time to eat a snack, do some homework, a little yoga, meditation and an aikido class. 
Pick up is from Garibaldi Highland Elementary and Mamquam Elementary. Students from École les Aiglons can get dropped off by the bus that goes by our space.

Space is limited.

From September through June receive up to 3 free trial classes. If you would like your kids to try Aikido class this week, please contact me!

http://www.aikidaily.com/kids-aikido-classes-in-squamish

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