No training Anzac Day

A quick reminder to all that it’s Anzac Day Public Holiday this Tuesday 25th April, so there will be no Aikido class on Tuesday night. We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday.

Have a safe and enjoyable weekend!

Easter 2023 Gasshuku: Details, Registration & Waiver

West Ryde dojo are honoured to host the 2023 Easter gasshuku led by Hiroshi Yamamoto Sensei (6th Dan) from Japan on the 7th – 9th April 2023 . This is the first time in three years we’ve been able to have a visiting instructor from Japan, so please make a big effort to join us for a long weekend of great training and reconnection.

Registration forms and event details are attached here: Registration Form & Details. Earlybird discounts are available for registration and payment before the 31March 2023, so don’t miss out.

Also attached is the gasshuku waiver which everyone will need to complete and have witnessed on the day.

We look forward to seeing you all next month.

Easter Camp 2023 – April 7-9

Easter Camp in Sydney this year is approaching rapidly – this is an update to let you know what the details are so far to assist with planning. Please note final details may change and we will keep you informed.

1. Venue: West Ryde Dojo – we are hosting this year !

2. Format & schedule: will be similar to previous years – training Fri afternoon, Saturday and Sunday morning, with dinner on Sat evening and lunch provided on Saturday and Sunday.

3. Sensei: Hiroshi Yamamoto (6th dan) will be leading the classes

4. Accommodation (for visitors) : We will only be able to billet a limited number of visitors, and will distribute some alternative accommodation suggestions/options – but don’t let that stop you from making your own arrangements as early as possible – accommodation during the holiday period will be at a premium !… so first in – best dressed

5. Fees: to TBA, but we will need to cover Sensei’s travel costs so there will likely be an increase on last year.

6. Enquiries to:
John Porter 0410 758 824 john.porter47@gmail.com
Jeff Standen (please note I will be overseas during February) 0411 138 739 jeff.standen@icloud.com

7. Gradings: There will be gradings during the camp. Please encourage those students grading to participate fully in the camp.

Further details on accommodation, fees, registrations and payments will follow ASAP.

regards
Jeff & John