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MISSION STATEMENT



The Aikido Delaware Aikikai was created for and serves all who seek to enhance their quality of life through the knowledge and practice of Aikido and other Japanese cultural arts. We embrace the founder, Rev. Zenko N. Okimura's principles of love, caring, inclusiveness, justice and peace to enrich ourselves, our families and our community.



ADA CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2023



Date Event Name Information Registration Connection
JANUARY
THUR, JAN 05 Hatsu Keiko - (1st Adult class of New Year 2023) --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
SAT, JAN 07 Hatsu Keiko - (1st Kids class of New Year 2023) --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
SAT, JAN 21 **Kagami Biraki Flier Thank you for joining us for WAAI Gathering 2023 Kagami Biraki with the Spirit of our Dearest Okimura Shihan, the opening of the new year, the year of the rabbit! ε…ŽεΉ΄ πŸ‡πŸŒΈπŸ°β˜€οΈ Shihan has taught us that Kagami Biraki is the "unveiling" of the mirror, the "reflection of our true nature, the real self" and each one of us is like a kernel of rice experiencing life, tightly together like the Kasane Mochi! We, WAAI Family, once again gathered together to make it a memorable time in reverence to Shihan's teachings, this profound knowledge and unique lineage, and to live up to the legacy that was bestowed upon us, direct Aikidoka descendants, forever grateful of this beautiful gift to humanity. Always remaining connected and unified, from making mochi to demonstrations of our learning, the presence of Our Dearest Shihan was indeed within all of our movements, spirits, and hearts! ❀️ On the Mat and Online
FEBRUARY
SAT, FEB 25 Winter Seminar --- Thank you πŸ™ WAAI Family for the joyful time together at our Winter Seminar. We cherish the connection to Our Teacher, Our Dearest Okimura Shihan, bestowing us profound lessons that guide us through life. In celebration of Happy Birthday to Our Dearest Shihan, we shared precious times, memories, and experiences! On the Mat and Online
MARCH
TUE, MAR 7 Our Guiding Light, Okimura Shihan 1st Year Journey (Celebration tentatively on October) --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
SAT, MAR 25 Spring Rejoice Celebration --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
APRIL
SAT, APR 8 Easter Egg Hunt (Aikido Kids) On the Mat and Online
APR 22-23 O'Sensei Memorial Seminar (Kisshomaru Doshu - Aikido Memorial Observance) Flier Dear WAAI Family,
Thank you for joining us for the Annual Memorial Observance Seminar. We missed those that could not make it this time and look forward to seeing all for our next event!
On the Mat and Online
MAY
SAT, MAY 6 **Aikido Kids Friendship Workout Day On the Mat and Online
JUNE
JUN 12-16 Aikido Kids Camp (Mon-Fri) On the Mat and Online
JUN 19-23 Aikido Intensive Training (Mon-Fri) On the Mat and Online
SAT, JUN 24 Summer Seminar Flier Dear WAAI Family,
Thank you for joining us for the 2023 Summer Seminar with the Spirit of Our Shihan. We were all happy to see you especially our Aikido Kids with heartfelt support from our WAAI members.
We missed those that could not make it this time and look forward to seeing all for our next auspicious WAAI Family gathering!
On the Mat and Online
OCTOBER
SAT, OCT 14 Our Guiding Light, Shihan's First Year Journey to Next Life Gathering State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
SAT, OCT 28 Halloween Treat (Aikido Kids) --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
NOVEMBER
NOV 18-19 Thanksgiving Seminar Flier On the Mat and Online
DECEMBER
SAT, DEC 09 **Bonenkai - Year End Luncheon Party --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
SAT, DEC 23 Aikido Kids Holiday Party (osame keiko - last class and party) --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
THUR, DEC 21 Osame Keiko - (Adult last class of the year) --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
SUN, DEC 31 Etsunen Keiko - (New Year's Eve Class) --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
JANUARY 2024 --- --- ---
THUR, JAN 4 Hatsu Keiko - (1st Adult class of New Year 2024) --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online
SAT, JAN 6 Hatsu Keiko - (1st Aikido Kids class of New Year 2024) --- State Safety Regulations On the Mat and Online


**Please note: Jointly sponsored Events are in Italic and Bold.

Aikido Delaware Aikikai and Kyo Mizu Kai organizations

Event Dates may change, notice will be posted when any changes are made.
Events are usually held at the Dojo, otherwise posted. Located just off Route 72 near the I-95 overpass.


Call ADA at 302.369.AIKI (2454) or visit www.AikidoDA.org

As of 07/01/23