Saturday events in the dojo April 2015

April 4, 11 and 18, Saturdays, 10am-10:30am: Learning through Discovery
April 11, noon- 1pm: The Lines of Engagement 
April 25, 10-11:30am: Aikido Appetizer, FREE Introduction to the Art of Aikido

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 April 4, 11 and 18, Saturdays, 10am-10:30am: Learning through Discovery (for members)

The 10-10:30am time slot will shift to an open format to foster learning through discovery. The theme and focus will be 5th kyu techniques.

 The open mat format provides the opportunity for students to get together and work through the 5th kyu techniques, discovering what they know and where there are gaps in knowledge. The process of retrieving and remembering techniques can bring to light what movements have been learned clearly and where understanding is still murky.

By engaging with this process, specific questions will bubble up organically. What do you do when you don't know what to do? What resources are within you to figure out a conundrum? 

When you discover an answer through your own process of movement inquiry and your partner's feedback,  learning is absorbed at a deeper level.

 When questions are not successfully resolved,  the follow up class can address student's needs directly. Suzane Van Amburgh Sensei will be in the dojo during the 30 minute practice period and will teach the regular fundamentals class starting at 10:30am.

April 11, noon- 1pm: The Lines of Engagement (open to the public)

explore the lines of engagement:

• Investigate the moment when you encounter your partner.
• Sense your center.
• Experiment with where and when you make initial contact.
• Discover how you change the angle of encounter.
• Sense your balance.
• Follow the trajectory of your partner’s motion.
• Notice when you naturally take a step to restore balance.

No experience required. You do not have to fall down if you don’t want to. This class is taught by Suzane Van Amburgh, GCFP and shidoin aikido instructor Free to Multnomah Aikikai Members (Regular and Community members).  Open to the public for drop in fee of $10.

 April 25, 10-11:30am: Aikido Appetizer, FREE Introduction to the Art of Aikido
(Open to the public)

Get a taste of what it is like to practice aikido! 
All are welcome to participate for free. We invite the community to this special open house event. Learn more...

Miyamoto Sensei seminar in Vancouver BC - video clip

Miyamoto Sensei taught an Aikido seminar in Vancouver BC Canada March 6-8, 2015.
Several Northwest aikidoka traveled to participate in the seminar. This video below shows  Sensei demonstrating katatedori ai hanmi iriminage chudan.*

This was the opening class on Sunday of the seminar. The first uke is Neilu Naini Sensei of Clallam Aikikai. The second uke is Suzane Van Amburgh Sensei of Multnomah Aikikai.

Post by Birankai Summer Camp.

Miyamoto Sensei is the guest instructor for our Birankai North America Aikido Summer Camp July 16-21 at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma WA. Registration is now open.
Learn all about the camp at http://camp.birankai.org/


*If you have trouble seeing the video embed you can link to the post on Facebook here:

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=344155532440766&theaterc

Multnomah Aikikai patches are in. Wear your dojo patch!

Our Multnomah Aikikai dojo emblem is now available as embroidered patch.

These patches can be worn on the left sleeve of your gi (uniform). When you a buy a new gi we'll include the patch for you to apply.

Show your appreciation of your dojo and the art you practice!  Wear the patch on all your gis. The patch also looks swank on weapons bags and duffel bags! Additional patches available at $5 each.

Story of the design:
This logo for the dojo was designed by Daniel Chapman, a long time dojo member. He incorporated the image of the heron and the maple tree. The blue heron has been the central element of the dojo's logo since the beginning. We are located along the Willamette River on Portland's west side. The blue heron is frequently sited along the river, especially in Willamette Park, just across the street from our dojo. The heron reminds us of the special characteristics of the area  where we practice.  The dojo is connected to nature, the land, river and wildlife around us. The maple leaf is a reminder of Chiba Sensei, the founder of Birankai International. Our style of aikido is steeped in his legacy.

Iron on, sew on or do both for strongest adhesion.

Iron-on instructions:
Pre-heat iron for 5 minutes on high setting. Do not use steam.
Iron area of the garment where the emblem will be placed for 25 seconds.
Place emblem in desired location.
Place light weight press cloth over the emblem. Using a back and forth motion, press firmly with iron for 25 seconds. DO NOT apply hot iron directly to the emblem embroidery. 
Turn the garment inside out. Using a back and forth motion, iron the back side of the emblem  for 45-60 seconds while pressing firmly.
Turn the garment right side out. Place press cloth over the emblem. Iron edges of the emblem to ensure they are properly sealed. DO NOT apply hot iron directly to the emblem embroidery.
Allow to cool thoroughly.

2015 BNA Summer Camp in Tacoma, WA July 16-21

2015 BNA Summer Camp will be at the University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA on 16-21 July (nearest airport is Seattle-Tacoma).   

The 16th Annual Birankai Summer Camp will be held in the northwest, July 16-21, 2015 (notice Thursday-Tuesday dates) at the University of Puget Sound. Come train with our Guest Instructor, Miyamoto Tsuruzo Shihan from Aikikai Hombu Dojo. More details are available on the Summer Camp website, available here.

Current Information and Announcements

For up-to-date information on this year's BNA Summer Camp, make sure to "like" the Birankai Summer Camp Facebook Page. All updates will be posted on this page! 
Camp website with link to registration here: http://camp.birankai.org/
 

 Flight and General Information

Start making plans now! The closest major airport is Seattle-Tacoma (SEA-TAC) International. Puget Sound University is only 30 minutes from Seattle, where there are lots of attractions and family-friendly activities. Click here for information on visiting Seattle.

Once you reach Tacoma, WA, where camp is located, you can find local information here.

Questions?

Questions regarding 2015 BNA Summer Camp can be sent 

to birankai@gmail.com or call 503-683-2454

For updates on Summer camp go to:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Birankai-Summer-Camp/116247208564934

Portland AIkido Friendship Seminar to benefit Oregon Food Bank

Saturday February 7th, 2015  10am - 3:15pm

PORTLAND AIKIDO FRIENDSHIP SEMINAR 

Five Portland aikido schools coming together to share experience, goodwill and to make a difference in our community!

This is your one chance to train with teachers and students of five different Portland aikido schools in one day. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity! This event is open to anyone currently training in aikido. We look forward to seeing you on the mat!

There is no cost for this event however we will be collecting donations for the Oregon Food Bank. They are looking for the following foods; canned meat, canned & boxed meals, peanut butter, beans & peas, pasta, rice & cereal, fruits & vegetables, shelf-stable milk, cooking oil, 100% fruit & vegetable juice. Alternatively, Cash or check donations, of any amount, to the Oregon Food Bank, are greatly appreciated.

TeachingLine-up

Time Start

Time Finish

Warm up

10:00 am

10:15 am

Aikido Northwest – Craig Fife Sensei

10:15 am

11:00 am

Portland Aikikai – Ty Barker Sensei

11:00 am

11:45 am

Break

11:45 am

12:00 am

Two Rivers Aikikai – Spiros Koyanis Sensei

12:00 pm

12:45 pm

Budo Dojo – Dan Penrod Sensei

12:45 pm

1:30 pm

Break

1:30 pm

1:45 pm

Bridgetown Aikido – Eddie Frager Sensei

1:45 pm

2:30 pm

Multnomah Aikikai – Suzane Van Amburgh Sensei

2:30 pm

THIS YEAR IS HOSTED BY 

BUDO DOJO – BEAVERTON AIKIKAI

12650 SW Farmington Rd, Beaverton, OR 97005 

503-520-0864 | BudoDojoAikido@Gmail.com | www.BudoDojo.com

Japanese Sword Handling: four classes February 4-25

Introduction to Sword Handling

Wednesdays, 7:30pm

February 4-25, 2015

Series of four sessions 

Open to the public, no experience required. 

Fee: $60

Basic sword handling skills will be introduced based on the Japanese art of Iaido. Partner exercises may include Aikido weapons forms. The series of four classes build on each other. For this reason, commitment to the series is advised.

This class runs concurrent with our regular Iaido class and is taught by Suzane Van Amburgh Sensei. 

Participants may use wooden bokken for this introduction to Japanese sword handling.  If you do not have your own equipment, the dojo has a limited number of bokken available for use during class.  

Please preregister by February 2. 

Contact us through the inquiry form on this site or send email to multnomahprojects@gmail.com

Multnomah Aikikai, 6415 SW Macadam Ave, Portland OR 97239

Aikido Appetizer and First Course

Get a taste of what it's like to practice Aikido!

Aikido Appetizer
FREE AIKIDO INTRODUCTION
 
January 31st 10 AM 
IT’S FREE!
 
Step onto the mat and participate in fun, engaging partner exercises that awaken a sensory experience and ignite a spark. Wear comfortable clothing you
can move in.


  
Aikido First Course : Dig In!
SIX WEEK BEGINNER SERIES SPECIAL
 
Starts February 3rd 
Only $90
 
Learn the basics of falling, rolling, proper footwork, and introduction to basic fundamentals. This 6 week,12 class series will get you started on the right foot.



Aikido Multnomah Aikikai 6415 SW Macadam Ave, Portland OR 97239
MultnomahAikikai.com    dojo@multnomahaikikai.com