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Welcome to TAMU Aikido

Aikido is about blending rather than struggling. It is a "discipline of coordination" that combines timing and technique, rather than brute strength and size, to find harmony in conflict. Aikido is highly effective as a form of self-defense for men, women and children of all shapes and sizes, and provides a great workout!

TAMU Aikido is the only club of its kind within about 75 miles of the Bryan/College-Station area, and features outstanding biweekly two-hour training sessions with Chief Instructor Michael Black Sensei. Black Sensei is affiliated with the Aikido Kobayashi Dojo of Japan and is Dojocho of The Aikido Center of The Woodlands.

Individuals of all levels, from beginner to advanced, may participate. A children's class is not yet available, but will be introduced in the not-too-distant future.

End of Semester Dates

As the Fall '09 semester comes to a close, here are some important dates to keep in mind.

 

Nov. 25th - No Class due to Thanksgiving holiday.

Dec. 2nd and 7th - Rank Examinations

Dec. 9th - Belt Presentations and End of Semester Party. This will also be the last day of class for the Fall '09 term. Classes will resume sometime in January, a date which is TBD.

 

Check out the Calendar for more info 

Special Guest Steven Gould

TAMU Aikido was graced with the presence of science-fiction writer, Steven Gould, Sandan, from Albuquerque Aikikai.  Sensei Gould visited from November 4 - November 11 and led the practice session on Monday, November 9.

Gould Visit 1

Dojo Renovation

In the weekend of Nov. 13th - 15th we will be assisting in the renovation project for Montoya's Shorin Kempo Karate Dojo, the place we currently hold class. This renovation will provide the Dojo with much more mat space which will accommodate our current membership and future growth.

Tenative Schedule: 


Friday,     Nov. 13:   4:00 PM - 8:00 PM?
Saturday, Nov. 14:   8:00 AM - noon?

Tasks include moving gym equipment and changing rooms, cleaning, and painting. Please dress appropriately.

 

We are very grateful to have Montoya's Shorin Kempo Karate Dojo and need to show our appreciation by extending a helping hand. More details will probably be discussed in class.

Seminar Info (2009)


http://www.aikidocenter.com/Seminars.html
1045 Pruitt Rd, Spring, TX 77380
Friday, Nov 6: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday, Nov 7: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Sunday, Nov 8: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM, then meet at Renaissance Festival around 2 PM (http://www.texrenfest.com)

 

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