The training focus for this week is Curriculum and grading.

Don’t be afraid to have a go, limiting your progression because you don’t feel ready is the wrong way to approach your training. You lose nothing for trying and even if you don’t pass, you still get the benefit of the Sensei’s feedback.  If you have enough tags, just put your hand up and have a go.

Power Hour

This Friday, 18:30.

Everything we do in 1 lesson. Turning up guestless is not an option! We want to show people what Aikido is and the whole range of material we cover.

Remember, ‘Bring a Friend’ (Or anyone for that matter)

Bestwood Park Walk

This Saturday, 14:00, The Mill entrance.

If you go down to the woods this Saturday you’re sure for a big surprise. Because a truckload of Aikidoka will be out having a walk.  Give us a call on 0115 9856504 for more information.

Quote

“There’s a way to do it better — find it.“

Thomas Edison 

Osu,

Sensei Matt, Shudokan Black Belt Academy – Aikido Nottingham

Power Hour

Friday 24th February 

The aim is to demonstrate everything we do in one lesson. For current students this a brilliant reminder of the massive spectrum that we have to offer, for new people and guests see this as a chance to get to experience everything we do in Shudokan Aikido.

So to existing students, please bring a friend. To starngers, please come on down.

Bestwood Park

Saturday 25th February

On Saturday afternoon we are going for a stroll through Bestwood Park. We are meeting ath the Coach House in the park at 13:30 and the whole walk should take about 2 hours. Please bring family friends and the dog. Ooh and the camera as well.

Mother’s Day Training

Friday 16th March

Because families that flip together, stick together. We challenge you to come along with your child to join a special class for parents and help develop that familial tie that comes from a shared interest.

Red Nose Day

Saturday17th March

(Kid’s only I’m afraid) Come to class dressed in red and get sponsored to help raise money for charity. Our aim is for the entire class to have done 6,000 back drops. The more students we have on the mat, the harder it becomes. If every student gets sponsored just £1 per drop we can really make a difference! Join the cause and make a difference, ask Sensei Matt for a sponsorship form.

Safety and Awareness Course

Friday 23rd March

The evening class will be a course in the more preventative measures we should take in our self defence and take a look at the sort of things that may have to be dealt with in the workplace as opposed to the street.

Black Belt Tests

Saturday 24th March

Those testing in march are yours truly (Sensei Matt) & Martin Watt.

Please come along to show your support for the work put in and the end result. Black belt is off ten seen as the ultimate goal in martial arts and as a result it is all to easy to lose your way once you have achieved this great trophy. Be part of the audience that you would hope for when it’s your turn.

That’s all folks.

Osu,

Sensei Matt, Shudokan Black Belt Academy – Aikido Nottingham

Click the link to see and download our very first newsletter. They are in the post as I type so listen out for the letter box.

Newsletter

Osu,

Sensei Matt, Shudokan Black Belt Academy – Aikido Nottingham

The focus for this week is curriculum practice. If you’ve missed out on tags catch up this week and get ready to grade.

Valentines Day

Tuesday 14th February

Let us look after the kids this valentines. We are running a movie night from 18:30 to 20:00. Drop the kids off at 18:15 so we can kick off without a hitch.

Power Hour

Friday 24th February

Everything we do in 1 hour. This a mass intro class so everybody bring a guest:

For existing members this is a reminder of the wide spectrum that Aikido encompasses; For non-members this is a perfect way to experience what we do in fun and social setting.

Dojo Walk

Saturday 25th February

On Saturday afternoon we are all going out for a walk in Bestwood Park. Family, children, friends and dogs more than welcome. We interact in a very unique way in the Dojo and sometimes it is difficult to do more that scratch the surface when in comes to getting to know the people around us, so come along and get to know the people who’s bodies you use on a daily basis.

Osu

Sensei Matt, Shudokan Black Belt Academy – Aikido Nottingham

There is no doubt that there is a lot of controversy surrounding th notion of CCTV and how far is too far. But the simple fact remains that CCTV can be essential in proving someone’s innocence as well as their guilt. Click the link to see Sensei Ken’s recent post to the NottinghamSafety Blog to read a true story about one of our students and how a lack of CCTV has seriously impacted his life.

Valentine’s Day

Tuesday 14th February

Let us entertain the kids so that you can get some peace and quiet on Valentine’s evening. Drop them off at 18:15 and pick them up at 20:00.

Osu

Sensei Matt Thurman, Shudokan Black Belt Academy – Aikido Nottingham

The award winners for January are as follows;

Best Attendance

Junait Iqubal

SWAT of the Month

Jordan Mincher

Student of the Month

Joseph Bell

Bushido

Alfie Wiliams-Hughes

Congratulations to you all, guys.

Board Break

The board break is tomorrow!

Be at the Dojo for 18:15 so we can kick off at 18:30. If you are bringing a large party please let us know so we can prepare some supplies.

Quote

“Try not to become a man of success but rather to become a man of value.”

Albert Einstein

Osu

Sensei Matt Thurman, Shudokan Black Belt Academy – Aikido Nottingham

Junior/Cadet Testing Module For February

• For Juniors Level 1 is ‘Basic’ and Level 2 is ‘Advanced’
• For Cadets Level 2 is ‘Basic’ and Level 3 is ‘Advanced’
• All students Green Belt and below will be tested on their Basic Level, all above will be tested on their Advanced Level.

Osu

Sensei Matt Thurman, Shudokan Black Belt Academy, Aikido Nottingham

It’s week 1 of the month and here is the day to day training focus.

Monday; Shomen Iriminage

Tuesday; Ikkajo

Wednesday; Nikkajo

Thursday; Sankajo

Friday; Yonkajo & Jo

Saturday; Shihonage/Tenchinage & Bokken/Shinai

Board Break

Friday 3rd February

If you haven’t done one of these seminars before you should consider it mandatory. The session is great training for getting out of the darker moments in your life when maybe all you want to do is curl up and cry.

Learn how to generate enthusiasm, feel more positive and motivate yourself even on your worst day.

The session starts at 18:30 and finishes at 20:00

Puss in Boots Day

Wednesday 8th February

Come in dressed as Puss or one of his companions as we show our appreciation of our furry friend and his troupe of raiders.

Classes at the usual times;

Little Dragons; 16:30 – 17:00

Juniors/Cadets; 17:00 – 18:00

Quote

“Success is often the result of taking a misstep in the right direction.”

Al Bernstein

 Osu

Sensei Matt Thurman, Shudokan Black Belt Academy – Aikido Nottingham

Friday 3rd February

Learn how to combat that ‘Monday feeling’ with our motivational seminar and board break. This is a great chance to help train one of least used tools at our disposal, our ego.

By using your brain and re-enforcing positive thinking you can overcome challenges that you once thought insurmountable.

The session starts at 18:30, be there.

Osu

Sensei Matt Thurman, Shudokan Black Belt Academy – Aikido Nottingham

The training focus for this week is Curriculum and Grading.

Valentines Day

Wednesday 15th February

To help give you parents some time off for Valentines day we are entertaining the kids from 18:00 to 19:30 (roughly) so that you can treat yourselves to some peace and quiet.

A Walk in the Park

Saturday 25th February

We are all going out for a walk in Bestwood Park. Family, children, friends and dogs more than welcome. Come along and get to know the people you train with.

Osu

Sensei Matt, Shudokan Black Belt Academy – Aikido Nottingham