 Nagare
July Training Theme
Nagare is translated as flow.
The term Ki-No Nagare refers to the flow of energy in all things. In Aikido, Ki-No Nagare includes the act of blending and redirecting energies in a dynamic manner. To focus on Nagare in our training, we practice allowing the energy of uke's attack to keep flowing as we direct it. This is different from stopping, resisting, or fighting against the force or direction of the attack.. Some might say it's the ultimate blending practice. A focus on Nagare can also be useful in our ongoing ukemi practice. Just setting the intention to stay attuned to each present moment helps develop the ability and awareness to remain actively engaged in the continuously unfolding interaction - expecting nothing, being ready for anything.
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 Flower Shihan
The shomen (head of room where O'Sensei's picture is) has been beautifully adorned under Michele's attentive care.
What is a Flower Shihan?
It is the dojo member who oversees the Shomen flowers for a month. Flower Shihan doesn't need to bring all of the flowers, he/she invites everyone to participate. Shihan is actually a title of great honor. All dojo members are invited to take a turn as Flower Shihan. Click Here to tell Sensei you'd like to volunteer to be our Flower Shihan for August (or any other upcoming month).
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Our Year So Far
at Aikido of San Luis Obispo
As we reach mid-Summer, it's wonderful to reflect on how much we've accomplished already.
We entered our year with the joyous success of reaching our 2008 Year-End Fundraiser Goal....$10,000 ! Your enthusiasm and generosity with our annual Fund Drive is what allowed Aikido of San Luis Obispo to enter our 22nd year of providing a place and a way for Adults and Children to
practice The
Art of Peace! 2008 Fundraiser Appreciation List |
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In
January we received an overwhelmingly generous donation from Wicke
Chandler - Brand New Zebra Mats! Click link to see our fun unloading them:   New Mats Arrive
A hearty crew of dojo members removed our old mats and tore out the floor beneath them in one night! Click link to see our  Demolition Day  
With incredible dojo community teamwork (including help from our wonderful Aikido of Monterey friends) we built and installed a raised floor, custom frame, and laid our new mats, all in one amazing day of Aiki action, comraderie and fun. See the miracle of Community: Mat Day    |
  In February, we celebrated the Black Belt promotions of Scott and Meika Clucas. Link: Shodan exams
Also in the first half of '09 we celebrated Adult & Junior Kyu Promotions
and Aiki-Mites &Aiki-Kids colored belt promotions. Links to adult & youth photos/videos: Promotions 1 Promotions 2
 
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 In March, we had the honor of hosting Danielle Smith Sensei, 6th dan, Chief Instructor of Aikido of Monterey. Smith Sensei greatly inspired students in her Pilates Class and Power of Alignment Aikido seminar. Smith Seminar Photos.
 In May we had the pleasure of hosting Craig Fife Sensei,6th dan, Chief Instructor of Aikido Northwest (Milwaukee, Oregon). Fife Sensei taught a spectaular class for Aiki-Kids and a full-spirited Adult Aikido Seminar. Fife Seminar Photos.
In June we were delighted to host Michael Smith Sensei, 5th Dan, Aikido of Monterey. Michael Smith Sensei taught a powerful Ki Flow Jo seminar to Aikidoka ranging from 6th kyu to 6th dan.
Quite a year so far ! Thanks for being a part of our dojo community
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Tell a friend
Adult Beginners Special INTRO TO AIKIDO
STARTS MONDAY JULY 27
$210 value for $65
Opportunity provided by Safe-SLO Nonprofit / Volunteer Instruction from Aikido of San Luis Obispo
Limited to 12 adults / mature teens
Click Photo for details
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About Aikido of San Luis Obispo
The
mission of Aikido of San Luis Obispo is to provide powerful yet
peace-oriented responses to conflict, aggression, and violence. Children
and adults participate in age-appropriate, success-oriented programs
that teach self-defense and conflict resolution; increase agility,
flexibility, and mind-body coordination; foster healthy relations; and
optimize personal development.
About Safe-SLO Nonprofit
Safe-SLO Nonprofit is a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization chartered
by the State of California to offer high-quality educational programs
that provide empowering alternatives to violence for children, adults,
families, and groups in San Luis Obispo County.
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