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Aikido Appetizer - Open House April 21, 2018

Multnomah Aikikai April 1, 2018

Aikido Appetizer is our Free Open House event

Enjoy a taste of what the practice of Aikido is all about. Step onto the mat and participate in fun, engaging partner exercises that awaken a sensory experience and ignite a spark. Get ready for fun!

This free event is open to both adults and children. Wear something comfortable you can move in. Be prepared to practice barefoot. Sign-in and waiver form required upon arrival.

Here's the schedule:

  • 10am: Doors open. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, sign in and get oriented to the space. 
  • 10:30 am: Step onto the mat for a sensory experience and introduction to the art of aikido. Whet your appetite for for martial practice and get your body moving. Everyone can participate at their own pace. 
  • 11:30 am - noon: Enjoy! We will have tea and sushi. Socialize and ask questions of members. 

Whet your appetite and get a taste of what it's like to practice aikido. This is an ideal opportunity to experience Aikido firsthand. If you enjoy the practice, you can move on to the "First Course" - a four week beginners series at a special price. For more details visit: PracticeAikido.com

 This is a great opportunity to try something NEW free of charge!  Family, friends, neighbors are welcome!!

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Aikido Multnomah Aikikai: Portland OR Martial Arts Practice

Japanese martial arts training in Aikido and Iaido, practice in balance and safe falling

Multnomah Aikikai, Portland Oregon, provides a method of personal development for people of all ages through traditional, practical and sincere training in the martial art of Aikido and Iaido.

 

Aikido Multnomah Aikikai | 6415 S Macadam Avenue, Portland, OR, 97239, United States

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