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Aikikai Foundation representative for New Zealand Shihan Nobuo Takase 8th Dan established Aikido Shinryukan to promote Aikido throughout NZ.

Learning center's can be found countrywide and abroad by going to www.AikidoNewZealand.com Aikido Shinryukan, acting in its capacity as the Headquarters for the New Zealand Aikikai Federation, each year organises the Annual National Gasshuku [national seminar] with visiting Shihan from the World Aikido Headquarters and in doing so provides a strong centre for the development of Aikido in New Zeala

nd. Aikido Shinryukan is committed to the promotion of the art of Aikido. It promotes excellence in Aikido instruction and training in New Zealand. Shinryukan is further committed to strengthening ties with the Aikido World Headquarters. Takase Shihan is also the New Zealand representative of the World Aikido Headquarters Tokyo Japan. Profile - Nobuo Takase Shihan

Born 6 February 1947 in Himeji, Japan, Takase Shihan began studying Aikido at Kogakkan University in Ise, Japan. His early teachers were Chiba, Kanai, Ichihashi and Watanabe Shihan and O-Sensei the founder of Aikido - and other senior World Aikido Headquarters Shihan in Japan. In 1969, at the age of 22, Takase Shihan emigrated to New Zealand with the intention of introducing the art of Aikido across the country.

08/06/2026

Jeffrey Robinson Sensei will be teaching this Tuesday - come along for a nice, flowing session and work on your technique. All welcome.

06/06/2026

A huge thank you to Alex Pearson Sensei for flying up from the Deep South and delivering an amazing workshop yesterday. Alex demonstrated his teaching chops with a well structured and paced 4 hour session that had something for everyone - from Gokyu to Godan.

We look forward to the next session Alex Pearson!

26/05/2026

𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗶
Saturday 6 June | Shinryukan Hombu Dojo, Mt Eden

We're welcoming Alex Pearson, 6th Dan, for a special workshop at Hombu Dojo.

Alex started his Aikido journey in 1987 at the Papakura Dojo, earning his Shodan in 1992. He went on to train internationally – including time at Hombu Dojo in Tokyo and in Edinburgh – before returning to New Zealand to instruct at Papakura and Pukekohe. Since 2005 he has served as chief instructor of the Alexandra Dojo in Central Otago.

This workshop goes back to basics in the best possible sense – exploring the why behind our practice. Alex's sessions will look at purposeful, mindful movement as nage, staying centred without being distracted by uke, and how each student can develop their own individual style.

Whether you're a beginner finding your feet or a senior student refining your practice, this is a workshop worth travelling for.

20/05/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Douglas Gilmore Sensei, 6th Dan.

Douglas began his Aikido journey in 1992 when he received his shodan under Takase Shihan, going on to earn his 6th Dan in 2017 – a testament to his lifelong dedication to the art. He founded and led the Hamilton dojo, touching the lives of countless students over the decades.

He was a respected and deeply valued member of our Aikido community, and he will be greatly missed.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and students at this time.

17/05/2026

A few pictures from the Winter 2026 Auckland Regional Grading.

Congratulations to everyone who graded - particularly to our new and existing yudansha:

Jeffrey Robinson - Yondan
Mimi Yousefi - Nidan
Shane Ward - Shodan
Marius Grundlingh - Shodan
Mark Tung - Shodan

12/05/2026

Takase Shihan’s Noumea Trip

Just a reminder that Takase Shihan will be teaching at the L'Union des Ligues d'Aïkido de Nouvelle-Calédonie (ULA-NC) (New Caledonia) Gasshuku - 2–4 October 2026.

We have outlined the rough costs for the trip below. Previous trips to New Caledonia have been very successful with everyone who has been – all are welcome to attend!

Current estimated costs for 1 week (30 September to 7 October) are as follow:

Flights ex Auckland - currently about $1,000 per person
Accommodation - $200-$232 per night (studio)
Transport - $84
Training - $167
Optional activities:
– Amédée Lighthouse day trip: approx. NZ$300 per person
– Îlot Canard transport: approx. NZ$25 + snacks on site
– Îlot Maître transport: approx. NZ$50 + snacks on site

Total price (cheaper accommodation) - approx. NZ$2,790 + spending money

If you are interested in joining this trip and experiencing the legendary New Caledonian hospitality, get in touch with us at [email protected]

11/05/2026

A few photos from the gasshuku... Only 'slightly' late getting them out!

Thanks again to all the instructors and everyone who took part, making it such an excellent seminar!

18/04/2026

We enjoyed a great class at Hombu dojo this morning. Thank you Andrew Baker Sensei for sharing your insights with us and, importantly, reminding us to breathe!

16/04/2026

We’re pleased to announce that Takase Shihan will be teaching at the Aiki Kai Australia 60th Anniversary Gasshuku in Sydney.

Held from Friday 10th to Sunday 12th July at Sydney Olympic Park, this landmark event will also feature Hombu Dojo-cho Mitsuteru Ueshiba. It’s a rare opportunity to train at this level – and one not to miss.

If you’re able to travel, make the effort - all levels welcome.

Details and registration: https://aikido.org.au/60thAnniversarySeminar

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16 Aberfoyle Street Mt Eden
Auckland
1023

Opening Hours

Tuesday	6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday	6:30pm - 7:30pm
Thursday	5:30pm - 6:30pm
	6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday	5:30pm - 6:30pm
Saturday	8:30am - 1am

Telephone

+6421358943

Website

http://www.AikidoNewZealand.com/

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