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Video: Executive Director – Lia Suzuki
Appeal – 2010 Campaign
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Sponsorships & Scholarships:
We currently have sponsored openings for eligible under-privileged or at-risk youth. To take advantage of this opportunity, drop by the dojo or call 805-870-5437.
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Aikido Kenkyukai Santa Barbara
“One does not need buildings, money, power, or status to practice the Art of Peace. Heaven is right where you are standing, and that is the place to train.”
~ Morihei Ueshiba “The Art of Peace”
Demo for Fighting Back Mentor Program
“…Capoeira was followed by a demonstration of students from the studio of Aikido Kenkyukai Santa Barbara lead by Sensei Lia Suzuki.”
Upcoming Events
- Basics Seminar and Testing for Teens and Adults:
- Saturday, April 24th
- Register…
- Kids’ Testing
- August 7th
- Kids’ Gasshuku (Summer Camp)
- August 14th & a5th
- Register…
- Fall Seminar with Lia Suzuki Sensei
- November 5 – 7
- Register…
Check out our calendar here.
Intern Spotlight
Kira Glynn
“Currently, I am a psychology major and education minor over at UCSB. A few weeks ago, I took a position here at Aikido Kenkyukai Santa Barbara as a new intern… One of the most inspiring experiences I’ve had so far would have to be…”
Blog Contribution
For All the Wrong Reasons
“As many before me, I started practicing Aikido for all the wrong reasons. Long time ago, in my early teens, I was this small frail kid, smaller than most in school and getting regularly beat up by everyone. I know it’s a cliché story, but…”
Announcements
- Dojo Holiday for Memorial Day: May 28th – June 2nd
A Family in Need
Family of 6; Father laid off from work…
“To whom it may concern: This letter is to tell you about my family.
My name is Doris. I have four kids. They are…”
Sponsorships / Sliding Scale
Sponsored Openings Currently Available to Qualifying Low-Income Children
Please apply in person at 1015 East Montecito Street.
For more info: 805-870-5437
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