Monthly Archives: October 2011

Osouji 2011 Photos

Photos from the 2011 Osouji have been uploaded to the dojo photo gallery.

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Documentary: Fish – a Japanese obsession

http://www.veoh.com/embed/v18095687waaetCS4

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Test Results – October 2011

Results of Test conducted on the 22nd of October 2011   The following students have been promoted to:  7th Kyu Armando Navas Patrick Farrell Nghi Huynh Alice Maghami Siobhan Williams 6th Kyu Simon Dodd Leigh Stillard Nour Elchaikh Matt O’Meara 5th Kyu Lewis Murray … Continue reading

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Alan Watts – What is Tao

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Test Photos 22/10/2011

Photos from the test held on the 22/10/2011 are up and can be found here. Osu Matt

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Invitation to David Whitehead’s birthday

Dojo members have been invited to celebrate David Whitehead’s birthday. Weather permitting: Venue: Section 8, Tattersalls Lane, CBD Time: Sunday 23/10/2011 from 1pm Other: “it’s open air so bring your own food or get take away, everyone welcome. If the … Continue reading

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Osouji projects and materials

Konnichiwa members, Here is a list of the projects we will be undertaking for this year’s Osouji and; materials and equipment required. Materials and Equipment: BBQ Vaccum cleaners x4 Extension ladder x2 A frames / planks A frame ladders x4 … Continue reading

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Hakama Sizing

To determine your Hakama size, measure between the top hip bone and the anklebone in standing position. This length is approximately equivalent to the length between the bottom of rear obi and rear hem. Refer then to the size chart … Continue reading

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History of the Hakama

What is a hakama and who wears it? A hakama is the skirt-like pants that some Aikidoka wear. It is a traditional piece of samurai clothing. The standard gi worn in Aikido as well as in other martial arts such … Continue reading

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Walk for prems – a cause which needs your support.

Some of you may have seen Alex sensei on channel 7 –  with his two beautiful children celebrating an incredible milestone. If you would like any more information and Alex sensei is not around please see David at the office. — … Continue reading

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