Change in Dojo Schedule

Beginning in January 2013 (only ten days away), there will be a change in our weekday morning schedule.

Mike Lewis will teach on Monday mornings (7 - 8 am). There will not be any 7 am classes on Wednesdays or Fridays.

Saturday and Sunday morning classes and open mat will continue as usual.

Please join us on Tuesday January 1 for a special 10 am class to start the New Year. And, in the following weeks, please join Mike on Monday mornings.

Thanks!

Holiday Class Schedule -

Dec. 24 thru 26 - No Classes

Dec. 27 thru 30 - Classes/open mat as usual

Dec. 31 - No Classes

Jan. 1 - Special New Year Class - 10 am class only

Jan. 2 - Regular class schedule resumes

Recent Testing

Please congratulate your fellow students on their recent testing!

• 6th Kyu
• James Keeler
• Pablo Orejuela
• 4th Kyu
• Tara Liddell
• 3rd Kyu
• Kerman Bharucha

Reminders…

There's a lot going on at the dojo in this week and next. Here are a few reminders:

• Thurs. 11/29 – Testing in the dojo during the 6:00 pm class.

• Fri. 11/30-Sun. 12/2 – Seminar with Dennis Embert Sensei, 6th dan, see poster and brochures in dojo for more details.

• Mon. 12/3 – Brad Dingman and students will be joing us for practice during the 7:00 pm class

• Ongoing – Sign Sensei’s holiday card and watch the table for additional holiday cards.

Brad Dingman and Students-

Brad Dingman (Ithaca, NY-Kokikai) is going to bring some of his students to the dojo on Mon. 12/3 for the 7:00 pm class.

Please consider coming to class that night...remember it takes a village to raise a dojo!

RIT Graduate Earns His Shodan

Congratulations to John Hawley who tested for shodan at Fall Camp. John graduated from  RIT in 2008 and moved to California where he continued to practice with Aikido Kokikai Golden Gate. John was ranked second kyu when he moved from Rochester.

Congratulations, John!

CRACK Volunteer Needed!

Now that I have your attention...would someone please volunteer to re-point the crack/expansion joint in the dojo floor? Brian Sensei keeps catching his big toe on it.

Questions, see Marcella or Brian.

November Testing!

Just a heads up...

There will be testing in the dojo on Thurs., 11/29 during the 6:00 pm class.

Please come and cheer on and uke for your fellow aikidoka!

Seminar with Dennis Embert Sensei, 6th Dan-

Please join us November 30 - December 2, 2012 for an aikido seminar, featuring guest instructor Dennis Embert Sensei, 6th dan.

Schedule:

Friday 11/30 @ Eastern Sky –

   7:00 pm-8:30 pm (all ranks)

Saturday 12/1 @ Kokikai Rochester –

   10:00 am-12 noon (all ranks)

   12 noon-1:00 pm - Lunch in dojo

   1:00 pm-3:00 pm (all ranks)

   3:00 pm-4:30 pm (brown & black belts)

Sunday 12/2 @ Eastern Sky –

   10:00 am-12 noon (all ranks)

Cost: $60 full seminar (lunch included) or $30 per class (plus $5 for lunch)


Note:

   • A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Kokikai Camp Mat Fund.

   • Students should bring weapons to every class

For more information contact Paul Gardner Sensei @ easternsky@rochester.rr.com or (585) 472-2981.

Congrats!

Ayano tested for 4th kyu this Thursday (very well by the way).  Please congratulate her and thanks again to everyone who came out to cheer and uke!


-b

DOJO OPEN!

We are open for business as usual today, Tues. 10/30/12!

Hope everyone is safe and sound?

See you on the mat!

DOJO CLOSED!

There will be no classes this evening (Mon. 10/29), the dojo will be closed due to Hurricane Sandy.

Mayor Thomas S. Richards has declared a State of Emergency for Rochester in anticipation of Hurricane Sandy. All city and public administrative offices will close at 4 p.m. today.

Please watch the Blog and FaceBook for information about Tues. evening classes.

Be safe everybody!

Congratulations

Congratulations to our fellow students for a great showing at testing tonight.

Javier Concha (6th Kyu)

Chris Williams (4th kyu)

John Christensen (3rd kyu)


Also, thanks to everyone who came out and supported testing.  We had at least 22 people on the mat tonight!

Save the date, we will be doing additional testing on Thursday, November 1st.

Testing tonight at the dojo.

Testing tonight during the 6:00 pm class, please come to cheer and uke for your fellow aikidoka! (^_^)

If you are a Facebook user, dojo announcements will also be made on our Facebook group page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/AikidoKokikaiRochester/

Open Mat on Wednesday evenings!

New on Wednesday evenings: Open Mat Session at 7:00pm! Led by Bob Martini Sensei.  A good time to work on ukemi, randori and refine your technique. Also a convenient opportunity for test prep.  

Open Mat on Sundays will continue as always as well as formal class instruction on Wednesdays at 6:00pm.

 

If you are a Facebook user, dojo announcements will also be made on our Facebook group page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/AikidoKokikaiRochester/

October Testing!

Just a heads up...

There will be testing in the dojo on Tues., October 23 during the 6:00 pm class.

Please come and cheer on and uke for your fellow aikidoka!

Dan McDougall Sensei-

Dan McDougall Sensei (Princeton, NJ) is in town for a conference and will stop by the dojo tonight (Mon. 10/1). We expect him to arrive in time for 6 pm class.

It is always fun to have McDougall Sensei teach so hope to see everyone in class on Monday night!

PS. There is no extra charge for this class.

See you on the mat!

Volunteers Needed!

Message/Request from Ryan Lidell:

For All Instructors & Students 2nd-kyu and above.

Brad Dingman is establishing a “dojo” in Ithaca. Previously stated, I feel we should support his effort. In my opinion that support should be in the form of qualified, quality uke, achieving two goals:

A. Establish Brad’s authority though model behavior and proper ukemi.

B. Assist Brad in his continued development.

Therefore, I have volunteered my time, one Monday evening every month for the foreseeable future. I ask that any student, initially 2nd-kyu and above, commit to one Monday evening each month, rotated as follows:

Tentatively, Brad wishes to commence on Monday, 8 Oct 2012. I will be there. Subsequently, I will assist Brad every 2nd Monday of each month until assistance is no longer required.

Volunteers will assist Brad the 4th Monday each month, one month per each student. Theoretically, additional volunteers will assist Brad once every 12 months, number dependent.

The following is a proposed schedule for the next 12 Months:

OCT:
Ryan: 8 Oct 2012
Student: 22 Oct 2012

NOV:
Ryan: 12 Nov 2012
Student: 26 Nov 2012

DEC:
Ryan: 10 Dec 2012
Student: NA

JAN:
Ryan: 14 Jan 2013
Student: 28 Jan 2013 – Weather dependent

FEB:
Ryan: 11 Feb 2013
Student: 25 Feb 2013 – Weather dependent, 1st Monday following February Recess

MAR:
Ryan: 11 Mar 2013
Student: 25 Mar 2013 – Weather dependent, Beginning of Passover

APR:
Ryan: 8 Apr 2013
Student: 22 Apr 2013

MAY:
Ryan: 13 May 2013
Student: NA

JUN:
Ryan: 10 Jun 2013
Student: 24 Jun 2013

JUL:
Ryan: 8 Jul 2013
Student: 22 Jul 2013

AUG:
Ryan: 12 Aug 2013
Student: 26 Aug 2013

SEP:
Ryan: 9 Sept 2013
Student: 23 Sept 2013

Dates we will NOT assist:
24 Dec 2012 (Christmas Eve)
27 May 2013 (Memorial Day)

Dates weather dependent (These dates still must filled. However, should inclement weather prevent one from assisting Brad, we will NOT reschedule):
28 Jan 2013
25 Feb 2013
25 Mar 2013

Dates need filled by specific volunteers unaffected by circumstances:
25 Feb 2013 (1st Monday following February Recess) – No Parents of school aged children
25 Mar 2013 (Beginning of Passover) – Respect our Jewish Students

This schedule is solid, regardless of Brad’s start date. Should he be unexpectedly delayed, we will simply begin our assistance at that point. I will be sure to attend his 1st class.

Thank you, Hugh, for being the first volunteer.

My contact e-mail is Domehead@rochester.rr.com. Please help out.

Ryan

And, one more bonus!

Following the exciting seminar with Rick Goodman this weekend, we will have another surprise guest instructor on Monday night! Dan McDougall will be in town for a conference and will stop by on Monday night. We expect him to arrive in time for 6 pm class.

It is always fun to have Dan teach so hope to see everyone in class on Monday night!

PS. There is no extra charge for this class.

Heads Up - Goodman Sensei Seminar-

A couple of reminders for this weekends seminar with Rick Goodman Sensei:

• Time allotted for lunch on Sat. 9/29 will be from noon to 2:00 pm (brochures are correct).
• Dmitry Chuprun will be testing for 2nd kyu during the 2:00 pm class on Sat. 9/29.
• If you are paying by check for the seminar, please make checks payable to Paul Gardner.
• Brochures/registration forms are available in the dojo.

Additional questions or concerns, please let me know.

See you on the mat!

Know someone who might be interested in practicing Aikido? Let them know of our current promotion: 3 Month Introductory Special for New Students. Includes Dojo T-Shirt. Only $89. First Class is always FREE. Please visit or contact dojo for details. (^_^)

REMINDER - Guest Instructor and 2nd Kyu Test!

Please join us September 28-30, 2012 for an aikido seminar, featuring guest instructor Rick Goodman Sensei, 7th dan and chief instructor of Aikido Kokikai Flemington, NJ.

NOTE: During the Saturday class at the Rochester dojo Dmitry Chuprun from Eastern Sky will test for 2nd kyu.

For more information see poster in dojo or contact Paul Gardner Sensei @ easternsky@rochester.rr.com or (585) 472-2981.

FOR SALE - Foam and Canvas

FOR SALE

Foam and Canvas

Perfect for a home dojo! First come, first serve!

10 linear ft. (10’ x 6’) of foam for $25

10 linear ft. (10’ x 6’) of canvas for $25

Questions, email Marcella at sixmts04@hotmail.com.

Congratualtions

Please congratulate our fellow students on their recent promotions!  We had yet another successful round of tests this week and we can all take pride in the progress of these students.

6th Kyu

• Mikel Dorren

5th Kyu

• Bruce Xu

3rd Kyu

• Joe Cummings

Testing, testing, testing!

Remember...there is testing this Thursday, September 13 during the 7:00 pm class.

Come support your fellow aikidoka.

See you on the mat!

Volunteer Needed - Cut and Store Demo Mat

Kerman has volunteered to wrangle the demo mat, thank you!

We need a volunteer to cut 2-12' lengths of old mat foam and an appropriate piece of old canvas to create a demo mat... and come up with a way to store it in the men's locker room. Maybe on the top shelf?

This project needs to get done soon so that we can work on selling the balance of the foam and canvas and getting it out of the dojo.

If you can take on this project please see Marcella or Brian.

Labor Day Classes

On Monday, September 3rd, we will be holding the evening classes but not the morning.  So the 7am is cancelled and the 6pm and 7 pm will be held.

Seminar with Rick Goodman Sensei, 7th Dan-

Please join us September 28-30, 2012 for an aikido seminar, featuring guest instructor Rick Goodman Sensei, 7th dan and chief instructor of Aikido Kokikai Flemington, NJ.

Schedule:

Friday 9/28 @ Eastern Sky –

   7:00 pm-8:30 pm (all ranks)

Saturday 9/29 @ Kokikai Rochester –

   10:00 am-12 noon (all ranks)

   1:30 pm-3:00 pm (all ranks)

   3:00 pm-4:00 pm (brown & black belts)

Sunday 9/30 @ Eastern Sky –

   10:00 am-12 noon (all ranks)

Cost: $60 full seminar or $30 per class

Note:

• A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Kokikai Camp Mat Fund.

• Students should bring weapons to every class

For more information contact Paul Gardner Sensei @ easternsky@rochester.rr.com or (585) 472-2981.

Men’s Locker Room – Volunteer Needed!

We're looking for a volunteer(s) to weed out the junk in the men’s locker room.

This task needs to be completed before Rick Goodman Sensei’s visit at the end of September.

If you’re willing to take on this project please see Marcella or Brian.

Thank you!

September Testing in the Dojo

Please join us for testing on Thursday, September 13 during the 7:00 pm class.

Come support your fellow aikidoka.

See you on the mat!

Volunteer "Paint Wrangler" Needed -

DONE! Thank you to whoever took care of this task!

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In the continuing saga of weeding out...

We need someone to take on the task of diposing of the various cans of paint that have been stored in the men's locker room under the big shelf.

Disposal ideas...

• Donate to ReStore on Culver Rd. near Main St.
• Monroe Country Hazardous Household Waste Disposal: http://www.monroecounty.gov/des-hhw.php

Would someone take this on?

Thank you!

Free Stuff!

In an effort to weed out some things we don't need in the dojo...

The following items are up for grabs, first come first serve:

(2) Upright vacuum cleaners  - GONE!
(1) Bamboo stand (use to have the Principles on it)
(1) Old, old foldable, 4 Principles - GONE!
(3) Plastic chairs (2-white,1-green, see Marcella) - GONE!

If the items are not gone within the week I will make arrangements to donate them to the VOA or the Salvation Army.

Volunteer needed to take apart the old shomen-

We have a volunteer!

Demetrius Demetris is going to disassemble the old shomen this Sunday during open mat.

Thank you!

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Now that the new mat is in and camp is over it’s time to get down to business and get the dojo back in order.

We’re looking for a volunteer to carefully take apart the old shomen. The wood will be saved and re-purposed. We are hoping the wood can be used to make a “toy box” for mat side under the makiwara, an additional volunteer opportunity.

Is anyone willing to take on this task and complete it within the next two weeks?

Thank you!

Congratulations!

Please join us this Thursday (8/9) at the 7pm class to celebrate the promotion our newest Shodans Mark Tripp and Mark Panek.  Both made Rochester proud with excellent tests.

We will have video of the tests and be taking a group picture on the new mat so please come if you can!

Almost there!

The new mat is installed and functional.  We are a bit cluttered and need to finish re-arranging and dividing up the old foam to get it out of the dojo, but we are open for classes.  We will gradually tension the mat over the next week or two before we trim the cover flap, until then just watch your step getting on the mat.


I am extremely happy about the outpouring of support this week.  The great fear of any all-volunteer organization is that no one volunteers.  We have again demonstrated that our group is full of people who care enough about their Aikido studies to take time from their busy lives to scrape, paint, mop, hammer and drill.  I am re-energized by the level of support you all showed from white belts to 5th Dan's.  Thank you all.


Oh, and by the way.  One more way Tiffin screwed up was making the mat larger than it was supposed to be (I say 'make' loosely as they are just middle men and didn't give the right dimensions to their vendor; who was actually very good to us throughout the ordeal).  We squeezed it in, at the cost of the Shomen floor space, some extra cutting of the border wood, and some of our mat tensioning range.  However, as best candy and I can tell, instead of losing 30 sq ft from the old configuration, we actually gained a few square feet.  So yes, it not only looks bigger, it is bigger!

I'd like to take a group picture on the Thursday after camp to send to the actual mat vendor as a thank you.  Based on some scheduling things, we will likely be doing post-camp belt presentation then (though I need to confirm that, so stay tuned)  Either way, when we do the belt presentations, please come so we can have a nice photo taken.  Harold - see if you can get the kids to sit still for one too!


Thank you everyone!!!

The New Plan!!! - PROGRESS

OK, now that both the foam and the mat top are here, in the dojo, color is right, and the size even looks right.  We are a go for this coming week.


So far the schedule for the work is:


Monday July 23rd (Classes as normal)
Tuesday July 24th (no 7pm class) (COMPLETED!!)

• 6pm - Class as normal - final class on the current mat
• 7pm-10pm - 
• Tear down begins.  Bring
• Screw guns
• Wonder bars
• knee pads
• Stain wood border, we need:
• Paint brushes
• rubber gloves
• drop cloths

Wednesday July 25th (no classes)  (COMPLETED!!)

• 6pm-9pm:  we need: (Bob Martini volunteered to lead this!)
• Stain wood border,
• Paint brushes
• rubber gloves
• drop cloths
• Scrape & Paint Radiators (NEW)
• wire brushes
• paint brushes

 Thursday July 26th (no classes)(COMPLETED!!)

• Daytime: Building maintenance (ceiling fixes, electrical upgrades)
• 6pm-9pm: Cut and final stain of new border wood
• Paint brushes
• rubber gloves
• drop cloths

Friday July 27th (no classes)

• Daytime: Building maintenance (ceiling fixes, electrical upgrades) (almost done)
• 6pm-9pm: 
• Finish Painting Radiators (1 coat done)
• Rework Shomen area, bring (postponed)
• TBD
• Lay down new wood border (not done)
• caulking guns
• Lay out new foam to let it relax (NEW) (started)
• utility knives (sharp)
• long straight edges
• measuring tape

 Saturday July 28th (no classes - unless we get down super fast) 10AM

• Finish Painting Radiators (2nd coat)
• Layout and cut foam to fit
• Layout and attach new wood border 
• Put down new mat cover, need
• hammers
• Clean up and re-arrange

Sunday July 29th

•  assuming all goes to plan - dojo re-opens with normal Sunday open mat
• YES WE WILL BE OPEN FOR OPEN MAT!!!

We will need help, please note times and come when you can.  Remember, this dojo runs not just for us but by and because of us.

See Brian or Candy for details.  Keep an eye here for updates.

Thanks in advance!
-b

Mat status

Looks like the maintenance guys will be there the 26th and 27th of July so anticipate the mat teardown to be earlier that week.

ATTENTION - Mat tear-down has been delayed.

All,

We have to postpone the mat replacement.  Tiffin has delayed the shipment again.  Sorry for the delay.

More info soon.

The Dojo will be open next week (except 7/4 for the holiday)

Dojo Work Week

All,

The Mats have arrived....almost.  They are at the freight handlers in Rochester.  We have scheduled delivery for this Tuesday the 26th of June.  Delivery will be between Noon and 5pm and we will get ~1/2hr to an hour notice before they get there.  We will need about 6 people to get the stuff off the truck and up to the dojo without over-straining anyone.  We have about 4 people now that can make it, so another 2 or 3 would be great.  Please contact Candy or Brian.

So far the schedule for the work is:
July 1st, ~11AM

• we tear down the old mats, foam, and boards.  
• Re-arrange the fridge/couch area
• Test fit new mat

July 2nd-3rd Daytime

• Building maintenance (ceiling fixes, electrical upgrades)

July 3rd Evening

• Layout new wood border
• pre-drilling of wood
• floor drilling
• paint wood

July 4th rest

July 5th

• Permanently affix new wood borders (glue it and screw it)
• Put down foam
• Apply mat cover

July 6th

• Adjustments to mat tensioning
• cleaning

July 7th

• assuming all goes to plan - dojo re-opens with normal Saturday Classes

We will need help, please note times and come when you can.  Remember, this dojo runs not just for us but by and because of us.

See Brian or Candy for details.  Schedule subject to change as $#%# happens, so keep an eye here for updates.

Thanks in advance!
-b

Testing Night - June 28

We have invited the following people to test on Thursday night, June 28, at 7 pm. Please plan to come and uke and cheer!

6th kyu
Scott Cornell
Connor Cornell
Nancy Ciavarri
Tom Verme
Mikel Dorren

5th kyu
Mike Santelli

3rd
Brendan Courtsal

Test Prep Starts Tonight!

The oranges are sliced, the Gatorade is chilled, the video cameras are charged...we're ready for test prep!

The summer session of camp test prep classes kicks off  tonight, Monday, June 18 at 7 pm.

All are welcome but we will, as usual, kick it up a notch (or two). Beginners will be taken good care of so don't hesitate to come as well.

If you are not testing, we will need ukes of all types, so please come and support your fellow aikidoka.

Camp prep has been a long standing tradition in Rochester which, with your support, will continue to enhance everyone's quality of practice.

Hope to see you there!

Thank you,

Marcella & Brian

New Mat & Dojo Reconfiguration – HELP NEEDED!

It takes a village to replace a mat and reconfigure a dojo!

With the anticipate delivery of the new mat on Tues. 6/19, we are planning the following work schedule to get the old mat removed:

Sunday, July 1st come for one last practice on the old mat at 10:00 am open mat then join the demolition squad for mat removal at 11:00 am.

Our goal is to get the dojo back in working order within a week.

Look for a sign-up sheet and more details on the bulletin board.

If you have questions, please contact Ray Easton or Brian Martens.

(Posted on behalf of Ray Easton)

Test Prep/Camp Prep Starts Mon. June 18* –

‘Tis the season for test prep!

The summer session of camp test prep classes kicks off Monday, June 18 at 7 pm.

Test prep will run for 6 weeks, every Monday night at 7 pm.

All are welcome but we will, as usual, kick it up a notch (or two). Beginners will be taken good care of so don't hesitate to come as well.

The first and last night will have video review in the 8 pm hour for baseline and progress as usual.

If you are not testing, we will need ukes of all types, so please come and support your fellow aikidoka.

Camp prep has been a long standing tradition in Rochester which, with your support, will continue to enhance everyone's quality of practice.

Thank you,

Marcella & Brian

*The test prep schedule subject to change depending on when the new mat arrives.

Summer is Almost Here, Mark Your Calendars!

We’ve got a busy dojo summer ahead of us! Check the bulletin board for more details on the following:

• Test prep starts – Monday, June 18 at 7:00 pm

• Anticipated arrival of new mat – Tuesday, June 19

• Summer Camp-Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ - August 2-5

Memorial Day

There are no classes this Monday.  Please enjoy the Memorial Day holiday with your families and remember all those who gave so much.  Celebrate them for their sacrifice.



-b

May Testing

Please join us in congratulating our fellow aikidoka on a successful round of testing!

Tara Liddell - 5th Kyu
Kerman Bharucha - 4th Kyu

And thanks to all who came out to participate in testing.

-b

Testing

Congratulation to Chris Williams (5th kyu) and Russ Perkins (3rd kyu) for great tests tonight. Also thanks to all who came out tonight to support you fellow Aikidoka. -b

Cecelia Sensei in Rochester

Cecelia Sensei will be at the Rochester Dojo next Saturday, April 28th. You can download a registration form here

PS. you only have to fill out one! :)

 See you Saturday -b

Upcoming Testing

All,

Please join us for testing the evening of the 24th (Tuesday) in the 6pm class and support your fellow students.

See you there,
-b

Let's Clean the Dojo...

Time to clean the dojo and get it ready for Cecelia Sensei’s visit at the end of April.

Please join us on Saturday, April 21 after the adult class at 11:00 am to clean the dojo.

With a group of 4-5 people we should be able to clean the dojo in about 1-1.5 hours.

A list of cleaning tasks will be posted beforehand and can be done at any time before or after the scheduled clean up.

Your clean up host/referee will be Ray Easton.

Cecilia Ricciotti Sensei - Guest Instructor

Please join us on Saturday, April 28th at the Downtown dojo for a seminar with guest instructor, Cecilia Ricciotti Sensei (7th Dan-Aikido Kokikai).

Class times:
10:00 am - 12 noon (open to all students)
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm (brown and black belts)

Party time:
TBA - watch the bulletin board for more details

Register now for this "sure to be insightful" seminar!

$20 for one class or $30 for both.

About the Dojo

Aikido Kokikai of Rochester is an all volunteer run group dedicated to the study of Kokikai-ryu Aikido. None of our staff or instructors receive any compensation, in fact, everybody pays the same dues! What does this mean? It means you will find a family of people devoted to a common interest without the pressure of dues contracts, constant testing fees for "tips" or "stripes", or restrictions on your learning opportunities. Sure, if you want a clean dojo you might have to pick up a mop or dust rag, but you will be cleaning right next to your instructors. A constant reminder that we are all always students.

It’s time for spring cleaning!

It’s that time again…time to clean the dojo and get it ready for the Gandhi Institute visit on March 31 (for more details see Bob Martini) and Cecelia Sensei’s visit in April.

Please join me on Saturday, March 24 after the adult class at 11:00 am to clean the dojo.

With a group of 4-5 people we should be able to clean the dojo in about 1-1.5 hours.

A list of cleaning tasks will be posted beforehand and can be done at any time before, during or after the scheduled clean up.

***Also planning on adding a few patches where needed on the mat. If you have hand sewing skills and can help, please let me know.***

Questions, see Marcella.

Camp Testing Congratulations

We had a great showing at camp. Everyone's hard work and dedication paid off in a series of excellent tests. Please join us in congratulating:

2nd Kyu
Jordan Bell
Hugh Higgins

1st Kyu
Peter Veazie
Adrien Florian(RIT)
Devon Gill (RIT)
Alfred Lee (RIT)

Shodan
Karl Sarkozy
Craig Steinberger
Rich Savacool(ES)

Sandan
Candy Martens
Scott Stoner

Also, we were honored by two Yondon promotions:
Brian Martens
Mike Lewis

Thanks to all for your hard work and dedication.

more testing congrats

Tara Liddell tested well for her 6th kyu this week. Congratulations!

Testing Congratulations

Congratulations to Nathan Devries for his successful test for 5th kyu last night. Way to go, Nate!

Winter Camp Info

All,

Winter Camp is coming soon, Please note that there is a correction to the phone number for the Clarion hotel we just received. The number should be:

609-452-2500

Also, the hotel just notified us that they will not enforce a deadline on getting the lower rate providing they have rooms available. I still wouldn’t take any chances, so register early.

See you there and please support your fellow students at the test preps!
-b

Camp Test Prep Starts Monday, Jan. 16 -

Tis the season for test prep!

The winter session of camp test prep classes kicks off Monday, January 16 at 7 pm.

Test prep will run for 6 weeks, every Monday and Thursday night at 7 pm.

All are welcome but we will, as usual, kick it up a notch (or two). Beginners will be taken good care of so don't hesitate to come as well.

The first and last night will have video review in the 8 pm hour for baseline and progress as usual.

If you are not testing, we will need ukes of all types, so please come and support your fellow aikidoka.

Camp prep has been a long standing tradition in Rochester which, with your support, will continue to enhance everyone's quality of practice.

Thank you,

Marcella & Brian

Congratulations!

Just before David Nachman's seminar, we had testing for some new members. Chris Williams and Bruce Xu successfully tested for 6th kyu.

Congratulations!

Wonderful Seminar

It was a great seminar last weekend. David Nachman Sensei visited with his uke, Chris Burrell. Rochester's snow held off so we had a balmy 45 degrees for the seminar.