Photos featuring aikido techniques executed by Joe Thambu Shihan and Enrica Cheung Sensei, one of the women instructors at Aikido Shudokan, and other students of the dojo are in the gallery. These were taken at the Thornbury Dojo in Melbourne in January 2010 and are courtesy of Matt Bottos.
Student Information
Yoshinkan Aikido appears yet again in the latest Blitz Magazine (Volume 24 No. 2)!
Darren Skelton Sensei of Yoshinkan Aikido Watanabe Dojo in Perth has written an article regarding “Fear: Friend & Foe” in response the the question: “In martial art, how important in the learning process is facing and mastering fear, and what elements of the training help students to do this, either directly or indirectly?”
There is also an interview with Watanabe Ikuo Shihan covering his thoughts on aikido, including the benefits of aikido, effectiveness of aikido and training with the late Shioda Gozo Kancho.
In addition to these informative articles, there are also photos of Aikido Shudokan students in the magazine, so make sure you have a look at the latest edition of Blitz Magazine!
Blitz Magazine Vol. 24 No. 2
The Aikido Shudokan City Dojo will be launched on Wednesday 3rd March 2010 with a 6-week self defence workshop. Sensei Jon Marshall, 5th Dan, will be conducting the workshop, which will cover areas such as:
- Honing awareness
- Dealing with threatening situations
- Using simple self defence strategies
- Learning effective techniques which are not dependent on size or strength
Jon Marshall Sensei has a wealth of experience in aikido and the teaching of aikido. He has even taught some of the techniques to be covered in the course to the Tokyo Riot Police. The teaching style of Jon Marshall Sensei will ensure that you will enjoy yourself whilst learning the simple yet effective self defence techniques.
This course is open to all people, regardless of martial arts experience or fitness levels.
Date: Wednesday 3rd March - 6th April (6 weeks)
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Fitline, Level M2, North Rialto Tower, 525 Collins Street, Melbourne
Cost: $120.00
Places are limited so please e-mail or call us to book your place!
Registration forms available for download here.
Self Defence: The Aiki Approach
The regular childrens aikido class schedule has resumed. Improve your fitness, have more fun and attend more classes now!