Category Archives: Volunteer

Media Relations Internship at Nonprofit Dojo

TweetYou’ve received this email because in the past, you either volunteered or applied for work/internship at AKSB.   Apply: aksb.org Description College/university student interested in learning how to build and execute a PR program in a hands-on environment. You will be working with a seasoned PR professional for Santa Barbara’s unique, non profit Aikido Dojo….

Dane Smith Intern

Dane C Smith“Hi my name is Dane Smith.  I recently graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara with a Bachelors Degree in Art.  I am currently still living in Santa Barbara and am determined to…”

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PHOTOS: Mixed Ages Class – Dec. 17, 2011

Check out Dane Smith’s photos of our Mixed ages class from a few weeks ago!

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Metamorphosis

“Volunteering at Aikido Kenkyukai Santa Barbara is an enriched experience for me…”

Aikido is fun! It helps build a community by helping people build themselves. Its key elements are…

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The First Few Days

I have been an intern here at AKSB for about a week now. Long time, I know. The first couple of days there were no classes, and while working with Lia was enjoyable, I had no idea…

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Photos: Moving Tatami to Los Angeles

Formation of Aikido Kenkyukai Los Angeles has begun! Tatami were transported and are now in storage in LA while Chris and Junko continue their search for a suitable training space…

New Intern Intro: David Chrisman

Originally I wanted to get involved with Aikido Kenkyukai because the position sounded much more interesting and fun then the other jobs I had been searching for. After meeting Lia Suzuki, …

Photos: Volunteer Renovation/Clean-Up Day

Check out these great photos by Jerry Chen!

Reminder: Cleaning/Renovation/Painting Day Tomorrow, May 14!

Saturday, May 14
1pm – 5pm
121A East Mason Street, SB, CA 93101
All are invited to help fix up our new dojo in preparation for Takahashi Sensei’s visit!

What I’ve learned from my internship at Aikido Kenkyukai Santa Barbara – Part 2

When it comes to computer skills, Lia is really a self-taught expert. She learned everything by herself. This is not usual for her generation. Even my generation, most people have no idea how to do those things. I really learn a lot from her. The best thing she taught me is…

What I’ve learned from my internship at AKSB- Part 1

How time flies! I’ve been an intern for Aikido Kenkyukai Santa Barbara for a month. I really enjoy this job and I’ve learned a lot.

I would not say…