Tatami Studio (Aikido) Winnipeg Aiki Shuren Dojo
Our dojo offers Aikido classes to children, youth and adults.
Tatami Studio has a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. However, it is also a place of serious study, mindful of the martial arts tradition and purpose. The training can be physically challenging, but is not necessarily so. Students work at their own level of physical ability and stamina, relaxing when necessary, challenging themselves when appropriate. All levels of Aikido students train together. We would encourage you to come down to the studio to watch or participate in a class! Send us an email to let us know that you are coming.
ABOUT AIKIDO
Aikido is a non-violent martial art and an excellent self defense skill that can be practised by people of all ages and levels of physical wellness, either as a recreational activity or as serious discipline. The Japanese word ‘Aikido’ consists of three Japanese characters that can be translated as ‘the way of a harmonious spirit’ or as ‘the way of unifying (with) life force energy’. O’Sensei Morihei Ueshiba's goal was to create an art that practitioners could use not only to defend themselves while protecting their attacker–but also an art that developed and refined the spirit.
Aikido techniques consist of precise movements that redirect the momentum of an opponent's attack. Classes focus on techniques, that also involve the bokken, (wooden sword), the tanto (wooden knife), and aiki-jo (wooden staff). Tatami Studio teaches Iwama Aikido as passed down from the founder O’Sensei Morihei Ueshiba (b.1883–d.1969), who’s dojo (place of martial arts practice) is located in Iwama, Japan.
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
Ama has been fortunate to have spent time with many great teachers in pursuit of widening and deepening his love of Aikido.
Ama began his Aikido training in the UK and has been studying Aikido for 15years. He has travelled extensively throughout Europe, the USA and Japan studying the art of Aikido. Ama spent over two years as an uchi-deshi (live in student) studying Aikido and has been fortunate to have spent time with many great teachers throughout Europe, the USA and Japan. Ama has his black belt ranking from the World Aikido Federation (Aikikai) Headquarters in Tokyo Japan.
Tatami Studio is honoured to have been given the name ‘Winnipeg Aiki Shuren Dojo’ from Sensei Mark Larson.
For more information visit tatamistudio.ca/aikido
or send us an email at info@tatamistudio.ca
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Address
447 Kensington Street
447 Kensington Street
Winnipeg, MB-R3J 1J8
Canada
Phone: 204-914-5751
Martial Art Styles
The following Martial Arts Styles are offered at Tatami Studio (Aikido) Winnipeg Aiki Shuren Dojo:
Programs & Class Schedule
Aikido Classes for Children, Youth and Adults
TATAMI KIDS AIKIDO (AGES 6–9)
Tatami Studio’s children’s classes are the perfect place to introduce your child to the gentle martial art of Aikido.
At Tatami Studio, we focus on the physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual lives of all children who train with us. They will learn to interact respectfully with teachers and classmates while building coordination, confidence and strong self-defense skills.
Instructors: Ama Mann/Maria Ferraro
Classes: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4:15-5:15 pm. Saturday 9-10 am.
TATAMI youth AIKIDO (AGES 10–15)
The Tatami Youth program is designed to be a bridge between the Tatami Kids program and the adult programs.
Tatami Youth classes are fast paced and engaging, inspiring students to push the limits of their potential. Instructors begin to teach adult-level training methods designed to improve physical conditioning, building a solid foundation of self-defence skills while having fun. Classes nurture self-confidence, creativity and a positive attitude.
Instructors: Ama Mann/Maria Ferraro
Classes: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4:15-5:15 pm. Saturday 9-10 am
ADULT AIKIDO (16+)
Adult Aikido Classes are taught in a traditional format, introducing new students to the fundamentals of basic Aikido movements, and challenging experienced students with advanced techniques and principles.
Aikido etiquette will also be introduced. The pace of the class is such that persons of any fitness level can participate. All levels of Aikido students train together. There is no segregation by rank during practice: beginning, intermediate and advanced students all practice together freely. It is recommended that all students participate in two to three weekly classes.
Instructors: Ama Mann/Maria Ferraro
Beginner Classes: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00-7:15 pm. Saturday 10:15 am-12 pm.
Advanced Classes: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00-7:15 pm & 7:30-8:30 pm. Saturday 10:15 am-12:00 pm.
For more information on schedules and fees visit
tatamistudio.ca/schedule&fees
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