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I am very pleased to announce that in recognition of their dedication, commitment and continued progress in aikido, both Tim Reynolds and Tammy Kohn have been promoted to Sandan. Congratulations to both Tammy and Tim, this occasion deserves celebration! Facebook Like n Tweet Widget n Google Plus One n

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I appreciated the great turnout for the memorial practice for Mark Murashige last Saturday. It was a moving tribute to him. Thank you for your generous donations to his family. We will be passing this on to them soon. A quick note to you before leaving for LA and this weekend’s Daiwa seminar with Didier Boyet

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It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Mark Morikhiko Murashige, Shihan on October 11, 2013 at home. He was one of San Diego Aikikai’s (and Birankai’s) influential instructors. Known by his gentle, humble demeanor, and mischevious streak, he has touched the lives of many. Read More… Facebook Like n Tweet Widget

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UPCOMING SEMINARS November 1, 2 & 3 at Aikido Daiwa. Didier Boyet is our guest instructor. Many of you know him. Didier has practiced aikido for more than 40 years. He moved to Japan in 1977 to follow Chiba Sensei and has lived there since, practicing at Hombu dojo under such teachers as Doshu Ueshiba

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Congratulations to Tristan for succesfully completing his orange belt test. He showed a very comfortable knowledge of the techniqes he has learned, as well as his ability to improvise new ones… We will miss you very much while you are away, but we wish you the best of luck! Facebook Like n Tweet Widget n

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Jan hosted Zana’s going away party at her beautiful house on August 17th. Both adult and junior members intermingled with each other, chatting, sharing wonderful food, and making the most of the large pool in the yard (and some gorgeous sightings of hot air balloons flying by!) Read More… Facebook Like n Tweet Widget n Google

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Please note the following dates and activities in the dojo: Monday, the 2nd of September is Labor Day. The dojo will be closed. Starting next Thursday, the 5th, the evening class will be extended to one hour and a half, from 6:15 – 7:45. This class will still essentially be a weapons’ class but, at

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Congratulations to Tristan on an excellent test and achieving his 8th kyu orange belt. Tristan will be missed while he is away from the dojo, but we know he will continue to train hard! Facebook Like n Tweet Widget n Google Plus One n

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