2010 Workshops and Seminars

March 26-28th 2010 DWMA Spring Seminar
with George Ledyard Sensei

All are welcome and encouraged to attend our annual Spring 2010 Seminar with George Ledyard Sensei. Pre-registration is encouraged, and may be done by contacting DWMA. George Ledyard Sensei brings another level of training with him that will enhance ones Aikido on many levels. Please see our flyer for more seminar info: click FLYER

April 11 DWMA Workshop Kumi Jo 1-3
with James Sterling Sensei

This class will focus on student testing requirements for weapons with DWMA and ASU, from the basic Kumi Jo 1-3. Understanding that there are many variations to the same movements and techniques in Aikido, and every martial art style and system, the fundamentals of movement and whole body unification with efficiency and effectiveness remains. Repetition for muscle memory, as well as a basic understanding of the purpose of each movement will also be explored. This workshop is open to all skill levels. Please see our flyer for more workshop info.

May 9 DWMA Workshop Randori (Multiple Attacker)
with James Sterling Sensei

This class will focus on multiple partners. As with the previous workshops, this class builds on the previous classes offering a distinction of Randori versus Jiyu Waza, and integrating the principles in Atemi Waza, Blending and Jiyu Waza in a multiple partner scenario. We will explore strategy, philosophy, mentality and physical application of entering into, being in the middle of, and getting out of situations with more than one partner. This workshop is open to all skill levels. Please see our flyer for more workshop info.

June 13 DWMA Workshop Kumi Tachi 1-3
with James Sterling Sensei

This class will focus on student testing requirements for weapons with DWMA and ASU, from the basic Kumi Tachi 1-3. Understanding that there are many variations to the same movements and techniques in Aikido, and every martial art style and system, the fundamentals of movement and whole body unification with efficiency and effectiveness remains. Repetition for muscle memory, as well as a basic understanding of the purpose of each movement will also be explored. This workshop is open to all skill levels. Please see our flyer for more workshop info.

July 11 SHIDOKAN Workshop Combinations (Open Hand & Weapons)
with James Sterling Sensei

This class will focus on combinations (open hand and weapons). Understanding that there are many variations to the same movements and techniques in Aikido, and every martial arts style and system, the fundamentals of movement and whole body unification with efficiency and effectiveness remains. This class will explore transistions in movement and direction of energy, keeping a continuous flow of that energy to effectively control a situation. This workshop is open to all skill levels. Please see our flyer for more workshop info.

August 15 SHIDOKAN Workshop Kumi Jo 4-6
with James Sterling Sensei

This class will focus on student testing requirements for weapons with SHIDOKAN and ASU, from the basic Kumi Jo 4-6. Understanding that there are many variations to the same movements and techniques in Aikido, and every martial art style and system, the fundamentals of movement and whole body unification with efficiency and effectiveness remains. Repetition for muscle memory, as well as a basic understanding of the purpose of each movement will also be explored. This workshop is open to all skill levels. Please see our flyer for more workshop info.

September 19 SHIDOKAN Workshop Kaishi Waza (Reversals)
with James Sterling Sensei

This class will focus on reversals. Understanding that there are many variations to the same movements and techniques in Aikido, and every martial arts style and system, the fundamentals of movement and whole body unification with efficiency and effectiveness remains. This class will explore transitions in movement and direction of energy, keeping a continuous flow of that energy to effectively control a situation. This workshop is open to all skill levels. Please see our flyer for more workshop info.

October 10 SHIDOKAN Workshop Tanto Dori (Open Hand Knife Defense)
with James Sterling Sensei

This class will focus on tanto dori (open hand knife defense).Understanding that there are many variations to the same movements and techniques in Aikido, and every martial arts style and system, the fundamentals of movement and whole body unification with efficiency and effectiveness remains. This class will explore transitions in movement and direction of energy, keeping a continuous flow of that energy to effectively control a situation. This workshop is open to all skill levels. Please see our flyer for more workshop info.

October 29-31st SHIDOKAN Workshop Fall Seminar
with William (Bill) Gleason Sensei

All are welcome and encouraged to attend our annual Fall 2010 Seminar with William (Bill) Gleason Sensei. Pre-registration is encouraged, and may be done by contacting SHIDOKAN. William (Bill) Gleason Sensei brings another level of training with him that will enhance ones Aikido on many levels. Please see our flyer for info: click FLYER and click INVITATION

November 14 SHIDOKAN Workshop Kumi Tachi 4-6
with James Sterling Sensei

This class will focus on student testing requirements for weapons with SHIDOKAN and ASU, from the basic Kumi Tachi 4-6. Understanding that there are many variations to the same movements and techniques in Aikido, and every martial art style and system, the fundamentals of movement and whole body unification with efficiency and effectiveness remains. Repetition for muscle memory, as well as a basic understanding of the purpose of each movement will also be explored. This workshop is open to all skill levels. Please see our flyer for more workshop info.

December 12 SHIDOKAN Workshop Tachi Dori (Open Hand Sword Defense)
with James Sterling Sensei

This class will focus on tachi dori (open hand sword defense).Understanding that there are many variations to the same movements and techniques in Aikido, and every martial arts style and system, the fundamentals of movement and whole body unification with efficiency and effectiveness remains. This class will explore transitions in movement and direction of energy, keeping a continuous flow of that energy to effectively control a situation. This workshop is open to all skill levels. Please see our flyer for more workshop info.

March 25-27th 2011 SHIDOKAN Spring Seminar
with George Ledyard Sensei

All are welcome and encouraged to attend our annual Spring 2011 Seminar with George Ledyard Sensei. Pre-registration is encouraged, and may be done by contacting DWMA. George Ledyard Sensei brings another level of training with him that will enhance ones Aikido on many levels. Please see our flyer for info: click FLYER and click INVITATION




Workshops:

All workshops are open to students from all martial disciplines & any school affiliation and all skill levels. Space is limited to 20 participants for safety and quality of instruction. Pre-registration is recommended and can be done in person at the dojo, by mail prior to the workshop date. At the door attendees will not be guaranteed a space in the class, and vacancies will be on a 'first come first serve' basis. All workshops are held on a Sunday 10am-1pm, and are Pre-Registered/Pre-Paid @ $20.00 to reserve a space, or $30.00 at the door (No guarantee of space). Please see Sensei for registration and payment.

Late Arrivals: Pre-registration and payment is forfeited after the first 15 minutes and opens the space to an "at the door" attendee. Please note that SHIDOKAN has various groups in the dojo, and many local affiliates that have promoted these workshops with great interest and encouragement. Again, space is limited and pre-registration is encouraged. For more info on a specific workshop, please see our flyers under each workshop description, e-mail, or call. Please see Workshop Flyer for a more detailed description of each Workshop.
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you on the mat.


NOTE: Those riding in SHIDOKAN1 will split fuel costs to keep these road trips affordable for all.