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Budo Dojo -
School of
Aikido
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Traditional
Japanese Martial Arts |
"Aikido's basic purpose is to help people
live better lives, to make their spirits blossom, and so to improve the world."
- Mitsugi Saotome |
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| Budo Dojo is a school of
traditional Japanese martial arts, teaching aikido and
self-defense in the Portland metropolitan area for over 10
years. Training includes throws, locks, and pinning
techniques as well as traditional weapons including wooden sword
and staff.
Aikido is a non-competitive
but powerful martial art that teaches us to unlock our
potential, improving our health, confidence, and spirit.
Visitors are welcomed and encouraged to drop in and observe
classes. If you are wondering if aikido is right for you
please take advantage of our free class offer. |
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| See our recently updated
aikido videos on
YouTube; |
Tachidori #1 (sword
takeaway)
Tantodori (knife
takeaway)
Jodori (staff takeaway)
Tachidori #2 (sword
takeaway)
Koshinage (hip
throws)
Budo Dojo
Mini-Documentary
Coming up Soon!
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 Dan
Messisco; April 27th-29th, 2012
We had a great seminar with Dan Messisco.
His ability to create power, balance, and aiki by moving in his own space
made for a fascinating exploration as to what aikido is and should mean.
Many
thanks to Sensei Messisco and everyone who helped make the weekend a
success.
[Download Seminar Flyer] |
Reminder:
| Introductions to Aikido: As a
reminder, Neil Ruggles Sensei has been teaching an on-going Introduction to
Aikido class that cycles every 6 weeks. The next cycle begins Thursday
March 29th, 2012. This class focuses on the fundamental building blocks of
good aikido form.
When: Thursday 5:30 - 6:15 and Saturday 11:00 - 11:45
Instructor: Neil Ruggles
Cost: Free to beginner dojo members... $90 for the 6 week cycle to
non-dojo members. |
Recent Aikido Events...
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 Budo
Dojo New Years Celebration Training...
...was January 3rd. We trained in
our 108 silent meditation
followed by our 2012 resolutions being written on origami
cranes and the fire pit. Thanks to everyone who participated. |
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 Budo
Dojo Holiday Party...
...was Saturday, December 17th.
Great Food ~ Great Friends!
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Other Ongoing Activities...
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 Ninpo
Bugei & Jujutsu - In
association with Genbukan Kamiyo Dojo,
at Budo Dojo
Monday's & Wednesday's
7:30-9pm
Please
contact
Sensei Brian Young, by
email, for
details.
Ninpo Bugei tuition is charged separately from Budo Dojo membership.
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Also...
"One of Aikido's most important
principles is musubi, the principle of connection, unification, and harmonious
interaction.
- Mitsugi Saotome
Contact us:
Let us know you stopped by our web site to visit or let us know what you think
of our web site.
We'd love to hear from you, comments... suggestions...
wherever you are. Email us at
sensei@budodojo.com.
Or give us a call: 503-520-0864 -or-
503-314-3759
Site Last Updated:
04/29/2012
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