Instructors Henryk von Pradow Sensei, 4th dan Aikikai, founder and chief instructor of AIKIDO • BERLIN

Venue Name: Aikido of Berkeley

Venue Address: 1514 University Avenue, Berkeley, 94703, CA

Phone Number: (510) 412-9999

Email Address: info@aikidoofberkeley.com

Additional Information: Aikido of Berkeley is pleased to welcome Henryk von Pradow Sensei, 4th dan Aikikai, founder and chief instructor of AIKIDO • BERLIN, Germany, for his first International Aikido Seminar at Aikido of Berkeley, to be held from Saturday 20th until Sunday 21st of April 2024.

We invite you to watch these short videos below as a sneak peek:

Sneak peek video 2 “Transformative Aikido: A Gesture of Pure Love“
https://youtu.be/j76vhI3Eul8

Sneak peek video 1 “What a dance it’s gonna be“:
https://youtu.be/Rq9-pTvfb5g?si=Ben2Bxo--KOxR369

Registration page:
https://aikidoofberkeley.com/henryk-von-pradow/

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Henryk von Pradow, 4th dan Aikikai, is the founder and chief instructor of AIKIDO • BERLIN since 2003

For over 20 years he has been a professional aikido teacher whose instruction seamlessly blends tradition with innovation. He considers himself part of the tradition of 8th dan Christian Tissier Shihan, whose methodology has marked him from the beginning. For more than a decade he has been a student of Marc Bachraty Sensei, one of Tissier Shihan’s main disciples, under whose guidance Henryk not only received his fundamental instruction but also a deep insight into the concepts of martial fusion. Recently, his main dedication has been the development of his own personal system and style. He adheres to the concept of continuous learning and likes to stay current and relevant, searching to refine his gesture in fields such as art, music, mathematics, physics, philosophy and spirituality. He has also focused on studying the teachings of two of the most influential young instructors of our times, Ryuji Shirakawa Shihan and Bruno Gonzalez Sensei, with whom he keeps a regular exchange as well as taking part in their master classes around the world.

In his classes, beyond showing the classic aikido techniques, Henryk introduces organic movements of harmonious body dynamics, providing context and emphasizing suppleness and elasticity. With a keen focus on principles and a modular class structure, Henryk’s sessions provide a holistic Aikido experience with valuable insights that are helpful in daily life. His positive yet demanding approach motivates students to reach their personal limits and full potential. Henryk doesn’t just teach movements; he delves into the history and philosophy of Aikido and other inner martial arts, making each class a unique and immersive journey. Henryk’s classes promise not only physical skill enhancement, but also a deeper understanding of Aikido fundamentals, that will lead into forms of advanced application.

Join us at Henryk von Pradow’s seminar for an interactive and thought-provoking exploration of aikido’s art and philosophy.

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Seminar Theme: TRANSFORMATIVE AIKIDO
Seminar date: April 20 - 21, 2024 

Saturday, April 20th 

10:30 – 11:30 am Foundation & Awareness
(Concepts: breath, focus, freedom of mind, embodiment, self-reflection)

11:30 – 1:00 pm Implement & Apply
(Application of Principles within Basic and Advanced Techniques: the Structure of de-ai, awase, atari, ki-musubi, ki-no-nagare)

1:00 – 2:15 pm Lunch (BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH), Tea & Talk

2:15 – 3:00 pm Fibonacci, Phi (ϕ) & the Golden Spiral – Discovering the Ukemi of True Kindness

3:00 – 4:30 pm Picasso & his Avatar – The Influence of Modern Art in Aikido (and vice versa)

4:45 pm Nidan exam (Gordon Allen)

5:45 pm Get Together Party / Potluck

Sunday, April 21

10:30 – 11:30 am Meaning and Importance of “T-position” in Basic and Advanced Ukemi

11:30 am – 1:00 pm Circumpunct – The Circled Dot, Essential Point of Confluence in Aikido Practice.

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Registration page:
https://aikidoofberkeley.com/henryk-von-pradow/

Early bird registration ends on March 20th
We encourage you to pre-register soon, as there is limited space.

Fees
$ 100 Full seminar
$ 95 Early bird
$ 90 Saturday only
$ 50 Sunday only
$ 40 Single session

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Link to the event on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/699958105341551/

Sneak peek video Trailer 1
“What a dance it’s gonna be“:
https://youtu.be/Rq9-pTvfb5g?si=Ben2Bxo--KOxR369

Sneak peek video Trailer 2 „Transformative Aikido: A Gesture of Pure Love“
https://youtu.be/j76vhI3Eul8

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The seminar is open to all styles and affiliations.

For additional information please visit: https://www.aikidoofberkeley.com
send a message to: info@aikidoofberkeley.com
or call: (510) 412-9999