ANZAC day long weekend

Dear Members

The dojo will be open on Saturday the 24th of April.

The dojo will be closed on Monday the 26th of April due to the ANZAC day long weekend

Dojo picnic - 14 March

There will be a dojo picnic on Sunday March 14 at Studley Park Boathouse from 11am to 2pm

Partners, friends and family are all invited, and is a perfect chance for all members of the dojo to catch up and relax. There are also various boating options available at the boat shed.

There is a sign up sheet at the front desk, as well as a map and other details.

Hope to see everyone there!

Labour Day long weekend

Dear Members

The dojo will be open on Saturday the 6th of March.

The dojo will be closed on Monday the 8th of March - Labour Day

arigato gozaimasu

Admin

Australia Day long weekend

Dear Members

The dojo will be open Saturday the 23rd of Jan.

The dojo will be closed Monday the 25th of Jan and Tuesday the 26th of Jan.

Classes resume as normal from Wednesday the 27th of Jan.

arigato gozaimasu!

Summer break

The dojo will close from December 22 (date of last class) to January 11 (date of first class) to give everyone a chance to rest and prepare for 2010.

Have a safe and enjoyable break!

Bushwalk

We will be leaving from the dojo at 9.30, so if you could arrive at 9.15 that would be great as it may take some for us to all get organised.

For the walk - please wear comfortable walking clothes (long pants, thick socks), runners or walking shoes and warm/wet weather clothes.  The weather forcast is plesant - partly cloudy  Min - 14  and Max - 21, however it's always good to be prepared.

Don't forget a water bottle and some snacks to keep your energy up during the walk.  We may also pass a natural spring so bring along a spare bottle if you feel like collecting some mineral water.

The itineary for the day...

Leave Dojo - 9.30
Arrive Daylesford - 11.00
Walk Begins - 11.00 ish
Walk Ends - 2.00
BBQ Lunch - 2.00ish
Leave Daylesford - 4.00ish
Arrive Dojo - 5.30-6.00ish

If we are getting hungry and a bit tired then we will can cut the walk short and get onto the BBQ sooner!

We will be taking up a mini bus that seats 10 and two cars (car drivers must have an optus mobile as Daylesford does not have good reception).  We want to minismise the number of cars going up to simplify logistics and reduce petrol use.  We will work out drivers on Sunday morning, but if you're keen to drive please let us know.  Directions for getting to Lake Daylesford and a map with meeting point will be provided on the day. 

Looking forward to a great day and a lovely walk!

 

 

Bush walk!

Sunday, May 24 we're heading to Daylesford for the soon to be annual dojo bush walk.

We'll be leaving from the dojo between 9-10 (stay tuned for actual time) on Sunday and car pooling up to lake Daylesford.  From there we're going to head out for a 2-3 hour bush walk though picturesque scenery.

Then, the most important part, we'll be having a well earned BBQ and maybe a nice cup of tea in the township.

Sign up and the dojo and stay tuned for more info.

Easter break

The last class before the Easter break will be on Thursday, April 9.

First class back will be Monday, April 20.

In between; rest, re-focus and relax.  

Have a safe break!

Labour Day and Sydney Rd festival

Dear Members,

 

Labour Day Weekend

 

The dojo will be open this Saturday (7th of March). However, the dojo will be closed on Monday (9th of March) for the Labour day long weekend

 

Sydney Road Festival

 

A big thank you to all those who helped organise, setup and man the dojo display at the Sydney road festival. It turned out to be a great success and a whole lot of fun!

 

Arigato gozaimasu!

New Website address

Please note the dojo website has moved to www.melbourneaikido.com.au

Emails can be directed to info@melbourneaikido.com.au

arigato!

Last chance- Melbourne Aikido T-Shirts

Dear Members,

We are running off a limited number of T-shirts for 2009. The T-shirts will feature the "ki" calligraphy as seen on the new light box. They are available in long and short sleeves. If you would like one, please register your name by email or sign up at the dojo. Final date for orders is Tuesday the 24th of Feb.

arigato!

Admin

Australia Day Long Weekend

Dear Members

The dojo will be open on Saturday 24th of January. However the dojo will be closed on Monday the 26th of Jan for Australia day. Classes resume as normal from Tuesday the 27th of Jan.

Argiato!

Melbourne Aikido

Dojo diary dates

This year is going to be a busy one!  Here’s a list of what’s planned for the year . 

Saturday 31^st Jan

Dojo Dinner at Shinjoku in Sydney Road to kick off the year and welcome new members

Sunday 1^st March

Sydney Road Street Festival, we’re having an information stall so however can come along and help out would be great

Saturday 7^th March

Dojo Open Day, this will just be regular classes but we encourage you to invite along friends and family who might be interested in Aikido to come and see what it’s all about

Sunday 29^th March

Dojo bushwalk,  a drip trip out to the country to get the blood moving before winter sets in

Sunday 3^rd May

Community Day, where the dojo comes together  to do something for the community

Saturday 20^th June

Winter intensive, a full afternoon of Aikido to warm you up for winter followed by a hearty dinner

Saturday 17^th October

Annual Demonstration, the dojos first annual demonstration all friend, family, colleagues and acquaintances invited

Saturday 14^th and Sunday 15^th November

Dojo retreat, a weekend of Aikido in the country

Training for 2009 has begun!

Dear Members

Training has recommenced for the year and all classes are running as normal. Time to make those New Year resolutions happen and get in the full swing of the year. We look forward to seeing you all at the dojo soon.

arigato gozaimasu!

Admin
Melbourne Yoshinkan Aikido

Christmas break

The last class for 2008 will be on Saturday, December 20.

The first class back will be on Monday, January 5, 2009.

In between, have a happy and safe break!

Saturday reminder

1. No classes will be held this Saturday (13/12/08) on account of the Christmas BBQ.

 

2. In true Melbourne style it seems Saturday may be blessed with some rain. If the day is rained out the Christmas BBQ will be held at the Dojo instead of Temple park. If the weather looks like it could go either way, please come past the dojo first to ensure the party has not been moved there just to be safe. A note will be left on the door pointing you in the right direction should no one be there.

 

see you Saturday

 

osu

Christmas party

Another year is close to an end and it is time again for celebration and reflection. The Dojo Christmas Party will be held on Saturday December the 13^th at Temple Park in Brunswick (http://www.whereis.com/vic/brunswick/129-wilson-st?id=4395E51F257936). 

The event will be a BBQ from 12pm till 3pm and is combined for both Junior and Senior members, parents and family. Games will be organized for Kids and Adults so make sure you come ready for fun and laughter!  The Dojo will provide the meat for the BBQ, and from next week there will be a list at the Dojo of other items needed. Please mark your name against one of the items on the list. 

If you have any questions regarding this please speak to Keyla, Sensei Peter or myself. BYO alcoholic beverages. Last years party was a great success, so please come along for a feed and good laugh.

Thanks for your support in 2008 and we look forward to continuing to grow and improve the Dojo in 2009.

Osu

Alex Aldis

Melbourne cup weekend

 

The dojo will be open Saturday the 1st of November. The Dojo will be closed on Monday (3/11) and Tuesday (4/11) of next week for Melbourne Cup Weekend. All classes resume as normal from Thursday the 6th of November.

 

Have a happy and Safe Long Weekend.

 

osu!

Thank you!

A big thank you to everyone who scrubbed, lifted, dug, polished, dusted, swept, mopped, vacuumed, brought food and just plain helped out on Sunday. It made a massive job possible and showed that dojo is not just a place to train, it's a community.

"Too often, people think that solving the world's problems is based on conquering the earth, rather than touching the earth, touching ground."

Chogyam Trungpa

The Aikido Blog

Thanks to everyone who's contributed to the blog since its inception. It's really been a terrific response, and great to see so many getting into it!

If you haven't left a comment yet and you're feeling a bit overwhelmed, let me reassure you that it's super easy.

Just click on the comments button underneath the blog entry and it will take you to a screen that shows other peoples comments, as well as giving you the opportunity to leave a comment. You write your comment in the box at the top (called leave your comment).

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