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Masatake Fujita, Shihan 8th Dan  (Aikikai Foundation, Tokyo)

Masatake Fujita Shihan 8th Dan



It is with deep regret that we can confirm that due to ill health, Fujita Sensei, will be unable to attend Summer School.  We all wish him and his family well and hope for his speedy recovery.



 

 

Yukimitsu Kobayashi, Shihan 7th Dan  (Aikikai Foundation, Tokyo)

Yukimitsu Kobayashi, Shihan 7th Dan

This year we welcome the recently promoted Yukimitsu Kobayashi, Shihan. Sensei Kobayashi has become a welcome and regular guest instructor at BAF Summer Schools. His dynamic style of teaching, combined with his underlying abundance of humour and enjoyment of life make each visit a pleasure for students old and new. As well as teaching at Hombu, Sensei also accompanies Doshu, as uke, on his international visits. Always ready to share good company after a stimulating class of Aikido, Sensei is also celebrating his 8th visit to the British Aikido Federation Summer School.

 

 

Minoru Kanetsuka, Shihan 7th Dan  (Technical Director BAF)

Minoru Kanetsuka 7th Dan, Shihan

The BAF's Technical Director, Minoru Kanetsuka, Shihan, will be attending Summer School and trying, as always, to expand and refine our knowledge of Aikido and positive practice. Kanetsuka Sensei is dedicated to helping all students irrespective of rank or ability. His patience and passion are, undeniably, what drives the BAF. Through a thorough understanding of basic techniques, Sensei strives to guide all students to a better understanding of the true meaning of Aikido.


 

Matthew Holland, 6th Dan, Shihan (Scottish Aikido Federation)

Matthew Holland, 6th Dan, Shihan Matthew Holland Sensei's unique and dynamic style is known and appreciated by students of Aikido throughout the world. His clear demonstrations of practical Aikido ensure his popularity as a regular Guest Instructor at BAF Summer Schools. No BAF Summer School would be complete without him where he demonstrates an absolute passion to help others to discover their true potential through practice.


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