Welcome to the Rose City Athletic Organization
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Aikido Canada / Chudokan Dojo
Headquarters: Chudokai Aikido Federation International
Over 20 Dojo's are affiliated with us throughout Canada and the United States. (Please see Affiliates page for more information.)
1089 Tecumseh Road East
Windsor, Ontario N8W 1B3
Telephone:(519) 253-6667
Fax: (519) 978-3583
info@aikidocanada.org
Aikido Canada Spring Events Calendar
Click on our Special Events tab for all the latest.
Kancho Yasuhisa Shioda 2008 Visit
A "Must Attend" Event
Tuesday, May 13th at the Chudokan Dojo, in Windsor, Ontario.
Click on the link for details and contact information.
Hurry and Sign Up - space is limited.
Spring Golf Outing 2008
Coming soon in May. Check our golf flyer and book early.
First Aid Certification - May 24th & 25th, 2008
Full program or just re-certification, this weekend will cover all your needs, with full Red Cross certification. Open to both members and the general public. Check the flyer and sign-up early.
April Class Notifications:
There are no days scheduled for class cancellations.
Available Classes and Services
- Yoshinkai-style Aikido, including: basic, intermediate, advanced and private instruction, as well as children's classes
- Aikido YES (Youth Empowerment & Safety) Program
- Relaxed Aikido: for those interested in maintaining flexibility and health
- Aikibuki: the art of Aikido weaponry
- Iaido: the art of drawing and cutting with the sword
- Karate
- Defensive Tactics training
- Clothing, items, weapons, books and tapes available through our office or our online catalog
The Chudokan Aikido Dojo is the headquarters of the Chudokai Aikido Federation International, an international association of Aikido dojos. The chief instructors for each of these dojos was personally trained by Chudokan master teacher Kevin Blok Kyoshi (master instructor). Blok Kyoshi holds an 8th Dan (degree black belt) with the World Kobudo Federation, and 7 th Dan (degree black belt) in Yoshinkai Aikido, and was personally awarded the highest level teaching license direct from Yoshinkai Aikido founder Gozo Shioda.
Blok Kyoshi continues as Chief Instructor of the Chudokan dojo. For his insights on Aikido as both a martial art and a way of life, you can listen to his interview in the Aikido: The Way of Harmony Podcast
Blok Kyoshi's skill and experience is internationally recognized. He serves as chief defensive tactics instructor for the RCMP and the Canadian Police College (Ottawa). He is recognized by the National Law Enforcement Training Center (US) as a certified international instructor in a wide variety of defensive techniques and tactics. Blok Kyoshi has authored a number of books and more than 20 videos on Aikido, weaponry, police/security control and defensive tactics. He stands as a expert witness in court on the use of force and control/defensive tactics, up to Superior Court Level (Canada).
What is Aikido?
The philosophy and principles of modern Aikido are based upon more than 800 years of Japanese samurai life. The samurai tradition was one of discipline, loyalty, demanding physical training, etiquette, strong spirit and philosophical insight into the conduct of life and human relationships.
Aikido is an invigorating and rewarding activity regardless of your age or experience. While it is a complex and highly disciplined art, the techniques of Aikido emphasize smooth, graceful movements which can be learned by anyone.
The techniques of Aikido are derived principally from the samurai fighting art of Aikijutsu. This highly developed martial art emphasized using nature and the force of an assailant's attack to subdue him. Powerful and subtle techniques were developed to respond to any conceivable attack; many controls, pins, and throws were evolved to subdue the opponent.