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→ A message from Yanagi Ryu

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Montreal, June 29th 2009

Aiki No Kami 2009: a great succes, a great potential

The first edition of the international Aikido seminar Aiki no Kami took place on June 13th and 14th in Montreal, and it was a huge success. On both martial and human points of view, the event was rich and intense.

It is in the facilities of the Academy Martial Serei, which host Aiki Dojo Omoto and its Aiki no Kami project, that participants and guests sensei gathered to practice several styles of Aiki. During these two days, visiting professors generously taught for over 30 hours to small groups of practitioners, giving them access to personal contacts. This new formula was made possible by the configuration of the dojo and has been appreciated by most participants. The friendly atmosphere and open minds of the hosts marked the seminar, both among the participants and the sensei. The presence of Pat Hendricks and Don Angier, which specially came from California, was a highlight of the event, adding their names to a bunch of  already very interesting and varied local sensei.

A cultural touch

In addition to all the martial teachings, artists have added to the festive flavour that characterized Aiki no Kami. Indeed, the Japanese drums group Arashi Daiko were generous in their performance on Saturday through their almost martial rhythm. On Sunday, the Japanese bow Suiko Dojo seduced the audience with the precision and intensity of their performance.

In short, about thirty participants from the north-eastern United States and Canada and numerous visitors were the first to experience Aiki no Kami, and seemed to be amazed. Thank you to these courageous pioneers! The event is a unique annual gathering that redefines the world of Aikido. True friendships have been created during these few days and the scale of opportunities is growing.

Donation program

However, the event did not meet its profitability targets. Your contribution is needed to enable this out of the ordinary project to push its limits. That is why we seek the help of all those who feel touched by the event and its values: fellowship, genuineness, openness of mind and heart, etc. A donation program was launched and includes: sponsorship, funding workshops, memberships, Aiki no Kami 2009 DVD, official bag and t-shirt, etc.. Everything will soon be available on www.AikiNoKami.com, which is currently under construction. You're invited to contribute now using Paypal secure website.

We thank you and wish to see you soon,

The Aiki No Kami team

Aiki No Kami is a martial arts training program that redefines standards. We welcome exceptional teachers who stand out with their vision and their mastery of the art. The project is accessible to the greatest number and tend to meet the highest quality.  We therefore need your contribution:

Genuineness- Fraternity - Openness of heart and mind - Intensity

June 13th and 13th pictures

Aiki No Kami 2009's guests, from left to right:  Jean-Guy Simard, Andre Boudreau, Pat Hendricks, Raynald Fleury, Don Angier, Andre-Jacques Serei, Jeremy Breazeale, Massimo Di Villadorata and Daniel Laurendeau.

The atmosphere during the week-end, from left to right: Ty Chambrun from Genesport.net, Raynald Fleury, Medhat Darwish, Daniel Laurendeau, Don «the Fan» Angier, Jeremy Breazeale, Pat Hendricks, Pascal Serei, Massimo (aka Maximus) Di Villadorata, Andre-Jacques Serei et Andre Boudreau.

Our goals

Special thanks to:

 

           

 

2009 is a very special year for Aikido.  In the same way than Aiki Expo, which occurred a few years ago in the United States, we try to unite Aikido practitioners of all styles under the same roof, with friendly events.  We believe that Montreal has all the potential to be a cornerstone of Aikido in America, as it is a very unique and popular city for special events.

Aiki No-Kami is a unique event that opens the door on the future of Aikido:

1. Integration: all styles join together to share their experience

2. Montreal, cornerstone of Aikido: turn the city into a must for all the great names from around the world

3. Build the first step for a yearly event: a stage for Aikido actors of today and tomorrow

Official emissaries

1-Don Angier, soke of Yanagi Ryu Aiki Bugei

2-Pat Hendricks, 6th dan of Iwama Ryu Aikido

3-Massimo Di Villadorata, 7th dan of Aikikai

4-André-Jacques Serei, 7th dan Aiki Jiu-jitsu

5-Medhat Darwish, 3th dan Daito Ryu

6-Raynald Fleury, 4th dan Aiki Omoto Aikido

7-André Boudreau, 3rd dan Chisaï Maru Aikibudo

2009-2010 Schedule

July 2009: Launch of pan american donation program:

1.Make your Dojo an Aiki No Kami ambassador and help us build the Free Aikido network

2.Become a proud Aiki No Kami speaker

3.Host our 3 sensei found raising seminar

4.Donate

5.Buy a t-shirt, a bag or a DVD

August 2009: Official launch of AikiNoKami.com

The 21st: 25th Yamabushi Gashuku in Calgary

This event will take place in the Kananaskis Mountains, outside Calgary.

Included in the weekend training are: Earth, Air, and Fire themes of weapons training, empty hand techniques, a shinto blessing, waterfall training, and fire walking. Many guest instructors will be present, including a number of Creasy Sensei's senior students.

 

For more information, contact Colin Mahatoo or Tomomi Inoue at 403.835.1371.

The 30th: 4 sensei seminar in Longueuil

September 2009: Official 2009 DVD release

November 2009: Launch of Aiki No Kami 2010 activities

February 2010: International visits

June 2010: Aiki No Kami 2010 seminar

A message from Yanagi Ryu

«Friends,

The Aiki no Kami event was an experience unequalled to anything I've seen in bujutsu. Those who took part were dynamic, humble, and extremely talented. Needless to say, Don and I were most pleased to participate in this aiki festival, and cannot express enough how much we enjoyed ourselves. We made true friends, and had an unforgettable adventure. [...] »

Click here to read the entire article on Aikido Journal

Official Aiki No Kami accessories

Soon: the official DVD, t-shirt and bag!

Official DVD, 40$

Official launch: spetember 2009