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We are all back from a hot week in Tacoma in good spirit.  Summer Camp has a way of strengthening practice and community in spite of, and maybe because of, the many challenges it offers.  Congratulations again to Sara who passed her sandan test in an exemplary way.  I think we all share a feeling

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  The entrance renovation was done in time for the seminar.  Congratulations and thanks to all who contributed.  There are still some small areas to cleanup but overall the impression as we enter the dojo is more open and inviting.  I’m also enjoying more breathing space in my office/lounge!   Once again, the Birankai Aikido

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As you will have noticed, or even had the chance to participate in the work, the dojo is undergoing a facelift!  Thanks to everyone who has taken part in the renovation: the painting, the moving of the furniture, and although it is not yet completely finished there will be a desk.  Dick Miller is custom

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April has passed quickly.  One of the high points for me, because of its challenging nature, was sesshin.  It is a remarkable experience, to sit so closely with a group of people, for so long, in silence, all getting on with their own business! The 1,000 cut suburi held this past Sunday in the dojo, in

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I think that by now you will have heard how much I enjoyed attending the Fox Valley Aikikai’s 25th Anniversary seminar.  It was well attended by many members of the Mid-West Region dojos of Birankai and I got to see many old friends as well as make some new ones.  During the course of the

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We are looking forward to an active February at the dojo and following are dates of events for your calendars:   We will be holding a second test on Saturday, February 10th, for those members who were unable to test on the 13th because of sickness.  Didier Boyet has generously offered to teach at our

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Congratulations Sabrina on an excellent test and promotion to 1st Kyu! Facebook Like n Tweet Widget n Google Plus One n

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