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.

Movie Night #45

MOVIE NIGHT #45

MOVIE OF THE MONTH: Coco

Date: October 19 (Sat)

Time: 6:15-9:00 pm

Our teens will be hosting the kids under our supervision. All donations will go to support future training events for our young leaders.

Parents get a little break and the kids get to have a lot of fun!

The movie will be played in the dojo, so that we have lots of room and space will be limited to 20 kids. This is a great opportunity for all the kids to meet outside of class, eat some snacks together, socialize and create stronger connections. We will provide the popcorn, homemade lemonade, take time to play games and watch a show.

Drop off for movie nights is after 6:15 pm. Pick up is between 8:30 and 9:00 pm.

Movie nights are by donation.

Movie Night #44

MOVIE NIGHT #44

MOVIE OF THE MONTH: Encanto

Date: September 21 (Sat)

Time: 6:15-9:00 pm

Our teens will be hosting the kids under our supervision. Donations will go towards sending them to this year’s teen leadership camp in Calgary.

Parents get a little break and the kids get to have a lot of fun!

The movie will be played in the dojo, so that we have lots of room and space will be limited to 20 kids. This is a great opportunity for all the kids to meet outside of class, eat some snacks together, socialize and create stronger connections. We will provide the popcorn, homemade lemonade, take time to play games and watch a show.

Drop off for movie nights is after 6:15 pm. Pick up is between 8:30 and 9:00 pm.

Movie nights are by donation.

Movie Night #43

MOVIE NIGHT #43

MOVIE OF THE MONTH: Ponyo

Date: May 26 (Sat)

Time: 6:15-9:00 pm

Our teens will be hosting the kids under our supervision. Donations will go towards sending them to this year’s teen leadership camp in Calgary.

Parents get a little break and the kids get to have a lot of fun!

The movie will be played in the dojo, so that we have lots of room and space will be limited to 20 kids. This is a great opportunity for all the kids to meet outside of class, eat some snacks together, socialize and create stronger connections. We will provide the popcorn, homemade lemonade, take time to play games and watch a show.

Drop off for movie nights is after 6:15 pm. Pick up is between 8:30 and 9:00 pm.

Movie nights are by donation.