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2025 Gratitude
Leadership, Fundraising Sharon Dominguez Leadership, Fundraising Sharon Dominguez

2025 Gratitude

It is always at this time of year, when I take stock of everything; the ups and downs, the gains and losses, the lessons, the triumphs. On a personal note, 2025 was a trying year. The one constant besides my awesome family and friends was my aikido practice and the precious dojo that I serve.

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End of year letter from Steve Sensei
Fundraising, Leadership Steve Sensei Fundraising, Leadership Steve Sensei

End of year letter from Steve Sensei

What an invigorating year it has been for our dojo. Over the next few weeks you’ll hear from our members about the impact that the dojo has had on their lives as well as about the ways that our finances, including your dues and donations, help run this place and provide a space to deepen our practice. But today I am sharing a recap from my perspective of what we’ve been able to accomplish, and ask that you lend your support to our end of year campaign with a tax-deductible financial gift.

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2024 Summer Camp Photos
Leadership Mieke Vandersall Leadership Mieke Vandersall

2024 Summer Camp Photos

A few photos of NY Aikikai members and friends at the July 2024 Summer Camp. Thanks to Javier Dominguez for the capturing of so many moments, and for all who came to partake in great training, and thank you to Aikido de la Montagne for organizing!

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Finance update
Leadership Sharon Dominguez Leadership Sharon Dominguez

Finance update

We have just completed our fiscal year, which goes from July 1-June 30. Every transaction has been categorized and all the accounts have been reconciled.

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Rest in Peace, Sensei
Leadership Steve Sensei Leadership Steve Sensei

Rest in Peace, Sensei

Today, January 15th, marks one year since the passing of Yamada Sensei. The date coincides with the commemoration of the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. As it is a national holiday, our dojo is closed. ⁠

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