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   UKAE Benefit Seminar. 8th Septemebr 2007
 

   Instruction

Friends old and new gathered in the newest and biggest permanent aikido dojo in the UK, in Slough on 8th September.  A good time was had by all and £438 (approx $850) was raised.  Organiser Quentin Cooke Sensei (5th dan, ADL), who shared his down to earth approach to ki exercises expressed the Aiki Extensions approach succinctly: "Aikido is not just about the two hours a day on the mat, but the other 22 hours a day as well."  

Host Sensei William Timms (5th dan IOA) who had provided the impressively spacious venue and lunch free of charge, taught clear body movement and strong technique.  He is also involved with corporate work using aikido.  Frank Burlingham Sensei (5th dan IOA/UKA) taught a 24 count jo kata and Piers Cooke (6th dan ADL) began his session with a warm up inspired by Acao Harmonia's Jose Bueno.  Returned Aiki Corps volunteer Mark Walsh shared photos and stories from AE's diverse projects that would benefit from the day.