Toronto Aikido Centre
2105 Midland Ave #1B M1P 3E3 Toronto, ON, Canada

With Stage 3 hopefully upon us in Toronto soon. The dojo hopes to open for August! See the attached for how we will be handling things.

Shunpukan/Toronto Aikido COVID-19 UPDATE To all Shunpukan Dojo Members We want to inform you that we are taking further steps to help protect our students and dojo community from COVID-19. The latest news and expert reports suggest that we should not stay open due to the risk of spreading the virus.... Although we felt that it was probably still safe to train weapons only, as we have for the past few days, we feel that based on what experts are saying that we should close the dojo for the next 2 weeks. As the COVID-19 pandemic is an evolving situation, we will continue to monitor advice provided by Health Canada and Toronto offices of Health, the WHO and the CDC.We will re-evaluate on March 29th and send an update at that time. . By doing this the Shunpukan dojo community is doing its part toward fighting the spread of the COVID-19 virus. We encourage everyone to use the videos posted on Facebook and YouTube to continue their practice. If you would like we can post items to practice on Facebook or otherwise online so you can keep up. For those with fees due on April 1st, we appreciate your continued support. Feel free to address any issues with me, once you receive your fee update. The Dojo is only as strong and as vibrant as it is because of its students, and as such, I thank you for your patience; trust and continued support of the dojo and the art of Aikido. I wish you all good health in what are trying times for many. Osu, Alan Sensei

To all Shunpukan Dojo Members We want to inform you that we are taking steps to help protect our students and dojo community from COVID-19. We will be maintaining classes as usual for the time being, for those who wish to attend. However we will be focusing on weapons training over the coming weeks. This is so we can continue to train but with less human to human contact and greater distances between people.... We will be implementing higher and more stringent and more frequent disinfection of critical contact places in the dojo. Hands MUST be washed with hot water and soap before and after every class. Weapons will be wiped down after each session as well. Kids classes will also be geared towards weapons as well. This will allow them some form of training as well as things to do during the march break. Kids are more than welcome to attend the adult classes during this time of weapons only training. To stay a viable entity we urge everyone to continue with paying fees as they become due. It would be a shame if these events meant there is no longer be a dojo for us to come back to. We understand this cannot go on forever but your support for as long as you can manage will be greatly appreciated. We ask that all members (including family), ensure that they are COVID-19 symptom free (any of; dry cough fever headache sore throat) before deciding to come to the dojo to train. If you are experiencing symptoms, please let us know (when they started and your last attendance at the dojo). Also please be aware of who you have been in contact with over the past 2 weeks. If any of those people are not feeling well please self quarantine and do not come to the dojo. As the COVID-19 pandemic is an evolving situation, we will continue to monitor advice provided by Health Canada Mississauga and Toronto offices of Health, the WHO and the CDC. Any further changes to these plans will be in accordance with the advice of the above organizations so please monitor your email and our Facebook page frequently and particularly prior to leaving for class. The Dojo is only as strong and as vibrant as it is because of its students, and as such, I thank you for your patience; trust and continued support of the dojo and the art of Aikido. I wish you all good health in what are trying times for many. OSU Alan Sensei

Osu! It is with great pleasure that i announce that two added seminars sessions for the upcoming 3 Shihan seminar at Sendokan Dojo in Sept. Now added AT THE TORONTO AIKIDO CENTRE are: Sept.17th seminar with Mustard and Thambu Shihans Sept. 19th seminar with all three Shihans (Mustard, Thambu and Payet Shihans !... For registration and added details or to register, go to http://www.torontoaikido.com/seminars.htm. Please note spots are very limited. Our New Address is 2105 Midland Ave #1B - Across the street from the old place!

Due to this weekends holiday, the dojo will be closed on Saturday, Sunday and Monday Aug 31st - Sept 2, next class after will be Wednesday Sept 4th. For Firday we will hold a Shin Boku Kai for all interested. Sushi, Pizza and drinks. $15.00 per person, $25.00 per family, right after class.

Happy Holiday Weekend! Please note that after today's class and celebration of our newest dan test survivors, we are closed Sat, Sun and Monday for the July first holiday. Safe travels and enjoyable rest. See you all next week!

Osu! We have moved in to the new location. First Classes went well, just need to get used to the smaller mat size...but what a view! Feel free to join us for a class! 2105 Midland Ave #1B Across the street from the old dojo! Alan Sensei

Osu, It is with a sad heart that I announce the closing of the doors at Toronto Aikido...and then opening at a new location at the same time! And its just across the street! A little smaller mat space, air conditioning in summer and heat in winter (opposite from the old place).... With the support of our student body, we expect very limited downtime (less than a week), and hope to be holding a grand opening event very shortly! Just need to setup shape and decorate! It will take time to find the charm of our old home, however we will maintain the same strong teachings as always. Watch for announcements as we move forward! And feel free to contact me if free to lug, clean, paint, or roll.... Osu! Alan Shumak See more

It's a Long Weekend!!! Just remember that the dojo is open Friday May 17th, but closed the rest of the weekend, Sat . 18th, Sun 19th, Mon. 20th. Next regular class after tonight is Wednesday. Enjoy a safe happy weekend!

Osu! Just in case house didn't see the Email... Classes tonight, Monday January 28th 2019, are canceled due to the light snow.

Osu, As we wind down the year, I want to thank everyone for their great support, commitment and participation this year. I also want to remind all of the upcoming times and events: ShinBoku Kai - Friendship night - Friday December 21st (This is the last Adult class of the year!)... Join us for sushi and pizza at the dojo. $15.00 / or $25.00 / family Last Kids Class 2018 - Saturday Dec 22nd - 9:30 - 10:40 Dojo Closed - Dec 23rd to Jan 5th inclusive First Class of 2019 - January 6th 2019 - Lunch to follow! I wish everyone and their families a very Happy, Safe and Enjoyable Holiday and New Years! Be ready to start again fresh in 2019, and especially prepare to join me at the Ontario Kangami Baraki (New Year) Celebration Clinic in Mississauga from Jan 25th to 27th! Osu! Alan Sensei

Osu, Just a reminder that the dojo is open tonight, Friday June 29th, but closed Saturday June 30th to Monday July 2nd. See you tonight (for sushi too maybe) or Wednesday. Happy CANADA DAY!

To all my family and friends, I wish you a peaceful end to 2017 and a fantastic 2018!

Students come and students go...but it's always great to hear that years later they still remember the training, the friendship and the people. Thanks for sharing your impromptu reunion class... Derrick and Harry

Anyone interested in an Aiki weekend getaway?

Just a reminder that this coming weekend is a long weekend. There will be no classes on Saturday , Sunday or Monday!

Fun in the Sun! (OK so some rain fell!)

Just a reminder that while there is a class on Friday June 30th, the dojo is closed from July 1 - 3rd. Happy Canada Day!!!

To be able to host both Robert Mustard Sensei and Joe Thambu Sensei within a week or so...has allowed so much for our dojo members to see, learn and do from two of the world's greatest teachers. Thank you both for your consideration, guidance and energy. Thanks to Nic Mills Sensei and the great Sendokan Dojo - Yoshinkan Aikido members for putting together such a great event....and opening their doors so wide for so much.

Today is the last chance to pre-book the Sendokan Seminar with Mustard and Thambu Shihans. Message me your plans to reserve a spot or chance missing out!!!

For those that came out, it was a great warm-up to this weekends Seminar at Sendokan Dojo in Mississauga. Thank you for your support! Thank you Mustard Sensei for a great class. See you at the Seminar!

Short Note to advise all that the special class with Robert Mustard Shihan at Toronto Aikido Center is set for 7:00 pm on Monday May 29th!... (Not Wednesday as originally Published) Feel free to attend. Message me for any details.

Great Job on your Shodan Test Thibaut! Results in Class on Monday!

OSU! Happy Victoria Day! Some notes regarding this weekend May 19th - 22nd:... Tonight we will be holding our Shinboku Kai (Friendship Night) for all that wish to attend. Sushi, Pizza and drinks. $15.00 per person. Of course to get hungry we will be doing a hajime training if the testers don't object! Classes are closed this weekend on Saturday, Sunday and Monday! For anyone wishing to join others at Archery at the Wolfs Den (Just south of Barrie) on Sunday or Monday, see our social director Tan or myself for Info. As always have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.

The Newest Changes to the logo are complete. So far all agree it's the best yet!

Two more concepts...feedback?!?