Melbourne Aikijujutsu Club

No Thursday Training

2012-01-12T10:42:00.001+11:00

This January we only train on Tuesday.

2011 Christmas Break

2011-12-16T10:46:00.002+11:00

Note that Thursday 16 Dec was our last training session for the year. Class resumes on Tuesday 10th January. Happy holiday.

New website coming up

2011-11-13T17:40:00.003+11:00

We are sloowly building our own website. The makiwara project (see last post) will of course take precedence, so don't expect the website to be ready anytime soon. Here is a preview.

Makiwara coming up

2011-11-13T17:21:00.003+11:00

Since there are no trees around the dojo, we are planning to plant a makiwara on the side lawn by this summer. Grant has got his whipper snipper out and given the grass a good chop. Next step: choosing the wood, and in what shape. We do plenty of shoulder strikes, so the default plank-shaped board may need a rethink. If you got any suggestion, let us know.

Training photos

2011-04-18T15:09:00.001+10:00

Taken before club dinner on Tuesday 12th April.

Classes resumes to twice a week

2011-03-01T10:55:00.001+11:00

Giles is back, so tuesday training is on as well as thursday.

WARNING: NO Tuesday classes.

2010-11-01T16:02:00.003+11:00

We now only train on Thursday from the week starting 8 Nov until further notice.

2010-05-05T00:28:00.002+10:00

Blood Policy: Anyone who is bleeding must immediately leave the mats and dress the wound. That person may not come back onto the mats until the bleeding has stopped and there is no blood upon them.
Any blood on the mats must immediately be removed and the mats cleaned. Gloves should be worn, the blood should be carefully mopped up with paper towel and the mats should be cleaned with a bleach solution containing 5.25% sodium hypochlorite and dried with a paper towel. Gloves and paper towels must be placed in a sealed plastic bag for disposal.
If blood spills onto a person that person should wash the area of contact thoroughly with soap and warm water. If blood has contacted a person's mouth or eyes they should be rinsed very well with water.

Further information about blood-borne disease may be found here:
http://sma.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/Blood_rulesOK-booklet.pdf

2010-05-05T00:09:00.002+10:00

Some judoka practicing their ko uchi gari. Viva la judo francais!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soh9PjXM--s

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2zaPiYiEOVc&feature=related

Give it a couple of weeks and we'll all be this good.

MAJJC is one year old

2010-03-12T16:38:00.005+11:00

We would like to thank everyone for their support in the past year. The club now has a small number of dedicated members, we are now properly incorporated with a council and office holders,and can comfortably cover our rent.

Thank you to Brett and Fujimori Sensei for their moral support and guidance throughout. Cheers to Giles for volunteering his time to give us great training. Thank you to Ivan Sensei from the Shudokan Judo for the use of the Dojo and putting up with tardy payments. Thank you Sal Sensei from Goju-kai for allowing us to encroach into the Karate class time and for training with us. Special thanks to Rob Hart for his support during the dry times.

Last but should be first, thank you to all the members for the great training and enthusiasm. Everyone got their gradings this year.

Wish us good training this year.

NO training Thursday 25 Feb

2010-02-25T10:56:00.001+11:00

Actually it means no class at the dojo (we still train at home, right?). Sorry for the late notice.

grading syllabus

2010-02-23T15:10:00.002+11:00

This is the link for the grading syllabus for 4th and 5th kyu:
http://aikido.uwamartialartsclub.org/about/grading-syllabus/
Don't worry if you don't recognise the names, you have done these things. We'll set a date for a grading when I get back.

Oz Day training is on

2010-01-24T12:07:00.002+11:00

We train as usual on Tuesday 26 Jan. Anyone intoxicated will NOT be allowed to get on the mat.

2010: Giles is back

2010-01-04T16:22:00.001+11:00

Hopefully everyone has kept in shape during the holiday season, because Giles will be back on the mat from this week.

Xmas & New Year Holiday

2009-12-12T16:34:00.003+11:00

There will be no classes from 22 Dec 2009 - Thursday 31 Jan 2010.
Classes will resume on Tuesday 5 Jan 2010.

Have a good holiday but don't forget your daily exercises.

Cut your nails!

2009-11-14T19:31:00.003+11:00

Although we have not had any nail-related injuries, note that anyone with long nails (especially on toes) will NOT be allowed to train.

Cup Day Training

2009-11-01T21:34:00.002+11:00

Class will run as usual on the Melbourne Cup holiday 3 Nov 09. But don't turn up drunk, dehydrated, or smelling like a horse, ok?

Grading Result

2009-07-24T20:00:00.003+10:00

Congratulations to Sal for being graded to 5th kyu. Sal has been training hard and has not missed one class since he started in March. Well deserved.

Training in 2009 - Open Invite

2009-03-03T17:03:00.050+11:00

We have begun training this March at the Shudokan Dojo, Brunswick, Victoria.

Classes are mixed gender; everyone is welcome to come along and have a try. No previous martial art experience necessary.

For enquiries, email:

Check also our new CommunityGuide site.

FAQ:

Who are you?
We are a non-profit group training in Butoku-ryu Aikijujutsu (Aiki Jujitsu).

What is Butoku-ryu Aiki Jujutsu?
An explanation can be found from our web site here.

Is Aikijujutsu for me?
The best way to find out is to step on the mat and try it out.
You can come say 10-15 minutes early to introduce yourself and have a chat. We are friendly. All welcome!

Who will teach me?
Everyone will, fellow beginners included.
Giles Sadler our Melbourne instructor conducts the classes.
Giles has been training in the Butoku-ryu style for more than 12 years under the tutilage of Sensei Brett Nener and Sensei Akira Fujimori. Giles now holds a 4th Dan in Aikijujutsu, and also actively trains in Judo.

What are the classes like?
You can find a description of a typical class here (last paragraph).

What do I need for training ?
Beginners may wear loose comfortable clothes without belts or buckles. We would like you to cut your toe and finger nails, and to remove any jewellery before getting on the mats.
If you have a gi, please bring it.

Are the classes suitable for women?
Aikijujutsu is suitable for both men and women and is taught in mixed gender classes. In our parent school, women make up 10% of the students and more than 20% of the black belts.

What if I missed the first class of this year? Can I still follow the syllabus?
It was not actually a 'first class' in that sense. We simply began 2009 training on that day. In every class we cover the basics and focus on a few essential techniques, so they can be practised often. The techniques that you missed out will soon be covered again.

I've never done this before. Is it ok to come?
By all means. Come along and we'll lead you through the basics. The classes are currently small, so you will get a lot of opportunity for involved training with the instructor and the senior students.

I can't come to every class. Is it worth coming or will I miss out too much on techniques?
Come to the class and take home the few techniques that you pick up. Your skill will improve more by consistently practising one or two basic techniques rather than trying to cover everything. Talk to the instructor on how to practise at home.

How do I become a member?
Currently there is a casual mat fee of $10/class. Membership arrangement is forthcoming this year.

Are you near Satellite Beach ?
No. We are in Melbourne Australia, not Melbourne Florida.

How do I get there ?
Take route 1 or 8 (via Swanston St -> Lygon St) or route 19 (via Elizabeth St-> Royal Pde -> Sydney Rd) trams. Click here for map. If you're near Satellite Beach you may have to take a plane first.