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Thank you to everyone who joined us this past weekend for our seminar with guest instructor Alex Loo Shihan!

We are grateful to Loo Sensei for sharing his knowledge, energy, and insights throughout the weekend. Thank you for your excellent instruction and for inspiring us to continue developing our practice.

A special thank you as well to Natan from Vancouver Mind-Body Centre for collaborating with us and helping make this event possible. It was wonderful to train together and strengthen the connections within our Aikido community.

We also extend our appreciation to everyone who traveled from near and far to attend, train, and contribute to the positive atmosphere on the mats. Your enthusiasm and spirit made for a memorable weekend of learning and friendship.

Thank you to all the volunteers who helped behind the scenes with organizing, set-up, registration, and clean-up. Events like this are only possible because of your support.

We look forward to training together again soon. Until then, see you on the mats!

Just saying...

We had a wonderful time at our annual dojo BBQ last Sunday!

It was great to come together outside the dojo, and spend time with our Aikido community. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so enjoyable. Events like this remind us that the dojo is more than just a place to train. It’s a place to build friendships and support one another.

A special thank you to everyone who brought food, helped with setup and cleanup, and contributed to making the BBQ a success.

We also held a 50/50 draw during the BBQ and raised $790. Congratulations to Mishka, the lucky winner! Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets and supported the teen's leadership gassuku 2027!

We’re grateful for such a fantastic dojo family and look forward to another great year of training together!

🎓 Congratulations, Eden! 

It’s hard to believe it has been 10 years since you first stepped onto the mat as a white belt. We’ve had the privilege of watching you grow into an outstanding young adult and an advanced brown belt through your dedication, perseverance, and hard work.

Congratulations on your high school graduation! We are so proud of everything you have accomplished and look forward to seeing where your next chapter takes you.

Just over a week away!

Space is filling up. Have you signed up for Alex Loo Shihan's seminar at Aikidaily?

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https://www.aikidaily.com/aikido-in-squamish-events/seminar-alex-loo-2026

We had an amazing gasshuku at Manning Park this past weekend with Nanba Shihan from Hombu Dojo. It was also wonderful to practice with Hiroko, who was visiting from Japan.

Thank you to the Canadian Aikido Association for organizing another fantastic gasshuku. We always enjoy the opportunity to train, learn, and connect with Aikidoka!

Congratulations to Kyle and Ayla on earning your 2nd Kyu!

Your dedication, perseverance, and consistent effort on the mat have paid off. Achieving 2nd Kyu is an important milestone on the path toward black belt, and we are proud of the progress you have made.

Thank you for your hard work, positive attitude, and commitment to training. We look forward to seeing what you accomplish next!

Virtue of the Month: Loyalty

Loyalty means standing by your commitments, supporting others, and staying true to your values—even when it's not easy.

In Aikido, loyalty is shown through regular practice, respect for our training partners, and dedication to continuous growth.

This month, let's challenge ourselves to be loyal to our goals, our community, and the promises we make.