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I received a phone call from an aikidoka who was visiting our area last week. I was out of town but when I came back on Monday to teach my class, he showed up for the 2nd time. I soon learned he was a 5th Dan, had been practicing for over 20 years and was a student of Yamada Shihan and Konigsberg Shihan. I was fortunate to have our senior students in class so… Continue

The Aikido of Charlotte demonstration at Bon Odori 09 in Charlotte went very well. Everyone did a great job demonstrating Aikido at their prospective levels. We had several hundred people watch and you could tell my the oos and ahhs that they were thoroughly impressed and entertained. It's a great joy to be part of this organization as great friendships have been cultivated on and off the mat, a good example was the get together we had tonight at my house celebrating. I look forward to next year… Continue

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