Shoheijuku Newsletter April 2021

Tosu Shoheijuku

On Saturday, March 6^th, the seminar for Tosu Shoheijuku (Mr. Yasuji Ueda, Dojo Rep) was held. This time, due to COVID-19, we had relatively a smaller number of children participated, but it was a fruitful practice.  

For your information, the multipurpose hall used for the seminar will be closed for a renovation from this August until next March. 

We will make an announcement as soon as we find a substitute location. 

Chikugo Area Joint Examination

On March 20^th (Spring Equinox day), we had the joint examination and seminar for the Chikugo Area dojos at Kurume Arena. As we could not hold the seminar in March or September due to COVID-19 last year, it was the first time in two years. Before the event, I was a little worried because the members could not practice enough with the state of emergency restrictions, but everyone performed very well.  

I sincerely appreciate the members of Kurume Dojo for everything from the preparation to the cleanup. Next time, it would be wonderful if we can toast with beer after the event.  

Usa Aikidokai

On Sunday, March 21^st, the examination and seminar for Usa Aikidokai (Mr. Masamitsu Nagaie, Dojo Rep) were held at Usa City Martial Arts Hall. It was especially impressive to see many families, brothers and sisters practicing together, and I felt a friendly, harmonious atmosphere. 

In front of the martial arts hall, there was a statue of the legendary Yokozuna, Futabayama. It is said that Futabayama set “Mokkei (Wooden Chicken)” in Zhuang Zi as his goal and made every effort toward it.