Aikido in Cebu - Sacred Heart Aikido Center Cebu

Aikido in Cebu - Sacred Heart Aikido Center Cebu Traditional Aikido Cebu. Self Defense. Official FB Page of Sacred Heart Aikido Center - Cebu (SHACC). We are located in City Sports Club, Cebu City, Philippines.

Sacred Heart Aikido Center-Cebu (SHACC) is dedicated solely to the propagation of Traditional Aikido as practiced at Aikikai Foundation Hombu Dojo. Not only affiliated with the Filipino Federation of Aikido, it is also recognized by the Aikikai Foundation Hombu Dojo, the world’s center of Aikido in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan. Sacred Heart Aikido Center-Cebu (SHACC) is interested exclusively in sharing

the beauty and enjoyment of Aikido with the youth and the not-so-young of Cebu. It aims to develop world-class practitioners who will be role models for their communities, and whose lives will be enriched by the physical and spiritual benefits of Aikido. Sacred Heart Aikido Center-Cebu (SHACC), teaches Aikido as a way to promote health and physical fitness, a mind-expanding cultural sensitivity, and a value system that enshrines hard work, personal productivity, and respect for others. Its chief instructor is Benson Rafanan Sensei (6th dan, Aikikai), and assisting him is Atty. Graeme June Y. Elmido (4th dan, Aikikai). The instructors are respectable, educated Filipinos who discovered Aikido years ago and would like to share the art unselfishly with others. They are typically people with good jobs or businesses, who therefore do not expect to make a living out of teaching Aikido. Sacred Heart Aikido Center – Cebu ( SHACC ) turned a milestone when it opened its first extension dojo at City Sports Club on July 1, 2022.

11/06/2026

Following a first-semester rollout across multiple campuses, the Norwegian Training Center / Norwegian Shipowners Association (NTC/NSA) and the Filipino Federation of Aikido (FFA) (Makati Aikido Club, SHACC - Sacred Heart Aikido Center Cebu and Kannagara Aikido Davao are expanding their partnership to bring elite crisis-management training to the next generation of maritime officers.

By fusing corporate shipping leadership with Aikido training, this program goes beyond traditional academics to teach future seafarers how to master emotional control, personal safety, and unshakeable composure in high-stress environments.

Pictured here are Larry Gonzalez (NSA/NTC Cadet Manager), Nova Erika Mae Ramos-Modelo (NSA/NTC Cadet & Documentation Officer), Royce Reyes (FFA/MAC 7th Dan), and Dam Amaranto (FFA/MAC 6th Dan), MC Camus (FFA/MAC 1st Dan) —working together to shape the future of resilient global seafaring leaders.

29/05/2026

JIYUWAZA WITH VAN SENSEI

Another memorable moment from the 11th Visayas Aikido Fellowship in Iloilo City.

In between sessions, Van Gancio Sensei of Aikido Iloilo shared his movement and technique through various Jiyuwaza demonstrations with our kohais, Jose and Denzel, serving as uke.

Jiyuwaza, or “free technique,” allows practitioners to respond freely to attacks while maintaining proper timing, balance, awareness, and control. It is one of the best ways to develop adaptability and fluid movement in Aikido.

Thank you, Van Sensei, for sharing your time, knowledge, and energy with us during the fellowship. 🙏

28/05/2026

to one of our sessions at the old Sacred Heart Center dojo back in August 2009. 🥋

This video features a very young Benson Sensei and Grae Senpai together with some of our senior members during our early years as a dojo. Looking back at moments like these reminds us how far the dojo has come through the years through continuous practice, friendship, and dedication to Aikido.

Special thanks as well to Mr. Yasuhito Honda for recording and uploading this video on his YouTube page many years ago. Mr. Honda has always been one of SHACC’s valued supporters and one of the people who helped pave the way for SHACC’s early promotion on social media. We truly appreciate your support through the years.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey since day one. 🙏

26/05/2026

A spontaneous moment turned into a memorable learning experience 🥋✨

During a break in between sessions at the 11th Visayas Aikido Fellowship in Iloilo City, Cris Buenaseda Sensei of Aikido Philippines demonstrated Morotedori Jiyuwaza together with Shaun, one of our senior students, as his uke.

Daghang salamat, Cris Sensei, for this sudden but truly memorable collaboration and for sharing your knowledge and energy with everyone present!

🥋🇵🇭

26/05/2026

Two attackers. One defender. Total focus, timing, and harmony. 🥋🔥

Here’s a glimpse of our students — together with our friends from Aikido Centrum Cebu — demonstrating Futari Gake, a form of Aikido practice where one person responds to attacks from two partners simultaneously.

Futari Gake is practiced to develop awareness, movement, positioning, calmness under pressure, and the ability to blend with multiple attacks without relying on strength. More than technique, it teaches adaptability, presence of mind, and maintaining harmony even in challenging situations. 🥋✨

Building discipline, confidence, and harmony through continuous learning 🥋✨We continued our Aikido training sessions wit...
23/05/2026

Building discipline, confidence, and harmony through continuous learning 🥋✨

We continued our Aikido training sessions with the students of the Norwegian Training Center of the University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UCLM) last night and today as part of the ongoing program that began late last year.

It has been inspiring to witness the students’ growth and dedication throughout the training — from mastering the basics of ukemi to developing better balance, awareness, and coordination on the mat. 💪

Thank you once again to the NTC-UCLM community for the continued trust and support. We look forward to more meaningful training sessions ahead! 🙏

22/05/2026

to an unforgettable moment in SHACC history 🇹🇭🥋

Back in April 2008, we proudly represented the Philippines during the 1st Southeast Asian Nations Aikido Fellowship in Bangkok, Thailand. Our Embukai demonstration was led by Benson Sensei together with Grae Senpai, John Senpai, and Cocoh Senpai. 🙇‍♂️✨

This remains a proud milestone that continues to inspire our dojo up to this day.

We are also grateful to the organizers of the event, especially Motohiro Fukakusa Shihan, one of the pioneers behind what would become an annual gathering of aikidokas across Southeast Asia.

THANK YOU, BON ODORI 2026!🥋🇯🇵✨It was an honor to showcase Aikido and be part of a celebration that brings together cultu...
21/05/2026

THANK YOU, BON ODORI 2026!🥋🇯🇵✨

It was an honor to showcase Aikido and be part of a celebration that brings together culture, friendship, and community spirit. Thank you to everyone who stopped by and watched our demonstration. 🙇‍♂️

Our heartfelt appreciation to the Japanese association bonodori and the Japanese Consulate in Cebu for the invitation and for making this wonderful event possible. 🇵🇭🤝🇯🇵

18/05/2026

The Consulate General of Japan in Cebu is currently seeking to hire
𝗼𝗻𝗲 (𝟭) 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞 (𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿-𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧).

𝑱𝒐𝒃 𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒓𝒊𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔:
-All jobs related to consular services (Passport, Certificate, Visa, Family Registration and Nationality matters, Overseas Residence Registration, Overseas Election, Assistance to Japanese Nationals, etc.) at the counter window, over the phone and through emails.

𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌 𝑳𝒐𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏:
Consulate-General of Japan in Cebu (8th Floor, 2Quad Building, Cardinal Rosales Avenue, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City)

𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑩𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒇𝒊𝒕𝒔:
-Monthly Salary: Php 40,000 to Php 70,000
(The above range is an estimate and includes all allowance, except overtime pay. The final salary will be determined based on the applicant’s qualifications, skills and experience.
probationary period).
-15 days of paid annual leave and 7days of sick leave per year
*Not applicable during the 6 months probationary period.

𝑨𝒑𝒑𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑴𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒅 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝑫𝒐𝒄𝒖𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔:
-Applicants must submit the following documents in person or by email to the Consulate no later than 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲).
-Email submissions should be sent to 𝒄𝒆𝒃𝒖𝒄𝒐𝒋@𝒄𝒆.𝒎𝒐𝒇𝒂.𝒈𝒐.𝒋𝒑
-Email subject line: Application for Local Staff (Consular and Security Affairs) Applicant’s Name. Total size of email must not exceed 10MB. If necessary, divide the attachments into multiple emails.
*Applications by post mail will not be accepted
𝑵𝒐𝒕𝒆: 𝑶𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒄𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 𝒘𝒉𝒐 𝒑𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝒔𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒃𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒂𝒏 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘.

17/05/2026

🥋✨ Here’s a highlight of our demonstration during the 2026 Cebu Bon Odori Festival last May 16! 🇯🇵🇵🇭

It was truly an honor to share the art of Aikido and be part of this wonderful celebration of Japanese culture and friendship.

Our heartfelt thanks to the Japanese association bonodori and the Consulate General of Japan in Cebu for the invitation and opportunity to perform at this year’s festival. 🙏

Thank you as well to everyone who watched, supported, and cheered for us during the demonstration! 💙

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