This month is flying by but will be memorable for several reasons, this Friday Eiryukan will see its first brown belt test for Emma and Andy. They have made an incredible demonstration of dedication and effort in their Aikido training over the past two years. Which im sure will be reflected in their tests. Becky will be trying out for her 5th kyu and Ben will try to become the youngest orange belt in Eiryukan, Good Luck to you all !
Yesterday saw the final class at All Saints Moor Lane, a big thank you to them for providing a great hall for us to train in. All of the students will be transfering to the Wednesday evening class, we look forward to seeing them in the new year at The Ark.
Eiryukan will begin a new secondary class at Toot Hill Academy in the new year. This is a really exciting new venture and will compliment Eiryukans existing student base by giving teenagers the chance to develop Aikido skills.
Saturday we will be attending the Shoshikan Aikido Nottingham end of year grading, seminar and party. Check their website for details.
Seasons greetings to all and look forward to some excellent activities and events coming up in 2010.
The testing on Friday was good – for all of us who participated. Thanks Sensei, Merry Christmas to you too and I look forward to another year of training with you all.