Seiryu Aikido

Catherine Mimuro Sensei [Godan]
Yokohama International Aikido Club

Why did you initially try out Aikido?

I wanted to be a ballerina when I was young and when I watch Aikido the movements are very graceful, especially when the techniques are done well and the uke follows well So I get a lot of satisfaction from movement in Aikido.

Why do you continue?

I enjoy it. There is a nice social side to it as well - the people who come make the club. Continuously developing your technique, making it better is enjoyable, that is why.

What is your favourite technique?

Shomen uchi irimi nage has a beautiful movement - I love movement.

What is one thing that Aikido taught you?

Have a relaxed, calm state of mind when under stress.

What advice would you give to someone who is thinking about trying it for the first time?

It not easy, you need a lot of practice, but when you do the first technique to its completion you get an immense sense of satisfaction. And you can keep learning.

Mimuro Shihan: Nanadan Yokohama International Aikido Club.

Why did you initially try out Aikido?
I wanted to start Judo again at Meiji University, but I found Aikido first and I decided I wanted to
do Aikido, much more than Judo.

Why do you continue?
I like Aikido very much.

What is your favourite technique?
That is hard, there are so many.. any katate dori technique.

What is one thing that Aikido taught you?
I like the philosophy and techniques of my Aikido Sensei, Seigo Yamaguchi. I want to continue
with this.

What advice would you give to someone who is thinking about trying it for the first time?
Lets try. It is very easy to know.

Terry Mah: Rokyudan Seiryukan

Why did you initially try out Aikido?
I’ve known about, and been interested in, Aikido for a long time but didn’t have the time to commit to it. Then after I started working for myself, I saw an article in The Star for kids’ classes at Burnside which is not far from where we were living, I took my daughter and son there to try. They liked it and joined up, and I joined the adults’ classes a few months later. That was 26 years ago. My children have stopped training but “The Ancient” is still puffing along!

Why do you stay?
Aikido is a journey; it does not bring instant gratification as a martial art.
Health-wise, Aikido teaches the body to move more efficiently.

What is your favourite technique?
Iriminage.

What is one thing Aikido taught you?
There’s always something new to learn.

What advice would you give to someone who is thinking about trying it for the first time?
Be patient and enjoy the journey.

SPRING SEMINAR - MIMURO SHIHAN - CHRISTCHURCH
Today is the last day for “Early Bird” registration! Dont delay.

合気道日本語クラス🇯🇵
AUGUST SEMI-"JAPANESE IMMERSION" CLASS
(13 YEARS & UP)

(No Japanese Proficiency is necessary 😉)

The next "Japanese immersion class" will be held THIS SUNDAY, 30th of August (11am-12pm) at our Burnside dojo. (ALL members are welcomed from beginners to advanced.)

In this ✨SPECIAL✨ class, you will experience:
(🇯🇵) Hearing "LITTLE MORE" JAPANESE than usual
(👍) Aikido FUNDAMENTALS,
(🍡) Yummy Japanese snacks &
(🤗) FUN!!

Seiryukan members AND their families are FREE. For non-members, $5 per person (or $10 per family). Feel free to invite family & friends who would like to check out what Aikido is like & how FUN it is!!🇯🇵

See you on the mat!

Kaori (かおり)
Japanese Aikido Class Instructor 😊🥋

Spring Seminar: “Early Bird” finishes on 31 August. Register now!

A beautiful tanto - a gift from Ross Szuba & the Carlisle Dojo. The tanto, scabbard and mounting were all made by Ross including the hand grip from ray skin. The blade of the tanto was made from a 100 year old file.

NEW SHODANS: Our two newest shodan from the mid year grading now in hakama. Congratulations Riki & Justin.

MEMORY FROM 10 YEARS AGO: A gift on our dojo’s 25th Anniversary to Andrew & Irene. 25 students contributed their belts [including Andrew & Irene’s first black belts. The belts were woven into the mat signifying the ties binding the dojo together.

【日本語で合気道！(JAPANESE AIKIDO CLASS)】🇯🇵

On last Sunday, 26th of July, Aikido Seiryukan celebrated the 3rd anniversary of our monthly Japanese semi-immersion class 🎉🎂. A BIG THANK YOU for everyone who has come and supported the special Japanese class in the last 3 years!

The next class is scheduled to be held on Sunday, 30th of August.

香織 Kaori (Japanese Aikido Class Instructor) ☺️🥋