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Everything you wanted to know about Kure Beach Aikido
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An overview of K.B.A. and the art of Aikido
Kure Beach Aikido is a member of the Aikido World Alliance... more.
What is the Aikido World Alliance?
A description of the organization... more.
K.B.A. Dues and Fees: here.
Classes and Class Structure at Kure Beach Aikido: Classes are held at the Kure Beach Community Center 118 North 3rd Avenue, Kure Beach... more
Aikido for the Military: here.
A History of the art of Aikido
Kure Beach Aikido is a member of the Aikido Association of America... more.
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"KID" is smack in the middle of our name!
Kid's Classes at Kure Beach Aikido
Kid's class at KBA is a great altenative to other activities... more.
Aaron Pins his mom using 1st control.
More to come soon!
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What is that Black Dress?
In Aikido the Black Dress that some practioners wear is called a Hakama. It denotes Black Belts (Instructors) from other students. more
NEW! General Questions and Answers About Aikido
What is Aikido? Aikido is a Japanese martial art created by Morihei Ueshiba (whom Aikido students refer to as “O-Sensei” or “Great Teacher”). O-Sensei was a major figure more
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Members of KBA practice during a demonstration of a 3rd Control Technique.
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Kure Beach Aikido Instructors
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Kure Beach Aikido Instructors
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Richard Price Sensei, Chief Instructor and Dojocho of Kure Beach Aikido.
My name is Richard Price. I currently hold the rank of yondan in the art of aikido. I started my journey in martial arts in 1969 in seishinkai karate. I have enjoyed cross training in different martial arts over the years including tai chi, judo, and ju-jitsu. I teach in service training as a certified N.C. instructor for different police agencies through the community college system. I also serve my community as a reserve police officer in New Hanover County, N.C.. I've worked full time in the health insurance field for almost thirty years. I'm married and have a 20 year old son.
Contact Richard Price at:
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Bill King Sensei, Instructor and Senior Student of KBA.
My name is Bill King. I currently hold the rank of Nidan in the art of Aikido. Although I have trained in many linear styles of martial art, Aikido is the only in which I have Dan ranking in.
I am a Production Graphic Artist for Feature Film and Television - creating hand props, set decoration graphics, vehicle skins and whatever other demands are made by a script.
I am married, have a son, bulldog and a bird. My wife and I started Aikido together, and now our son has started.
I am the webmaster of the Kure Beach Aikido Web Site.
Contact Bill King at:
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David Heglar - Kid's Class Instructor/ Assistant Instructor:
Note: Waiting for a short bio from David....
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Chad Lanier - Assistant Instructor: I Started Aikido in 1999. I Currently hold the rank of Shodan (1st Degree Black Belt) in Aikido. To support my habits (wakeboarding, mountain biking, RC airplanes, and of course Aikido) I'm an Electrical Engineer with Corning Incorporated in Wilmington NC. |
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Powell Phillips - Assistant Instructor: I am Powell Phillips. I started studying Aikido in 1999 during Kure Beach Aikido's first year. During the time leading up to my shodan (black belt) test I had sometimes dropped from sight for long periods of time due to work schedule and other conflicts but I never completely quit attending. I guess you can say I'm proof that as long as you stick with it and don't give up you can still make it. It just might take you longer than most.
Outside the dojo I work as a paramedic. I have been a paramedic in New Hanover County since 1989. I have had a few occasions where the physical Aikido techniques came in handy at work but I find I rarely have to use the physical techniques if I apply Aikido on an interpersonal level. I guess that is where shugyo comes in, the training we do on the mat manifesting itself in everything else that we do. |
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Clint Hamilton - Assistant Instructor: Note: Waiting for a short bio from Clint....
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Tony Rivera - Assistant Instructor: Tony Rivera, with the Forensic Test for Alcohol Branch and a reserve
police officer with the Cape Carteret Police Dept. I have been part of and growing with the Kure Beach Aikido Dojo since April of 2002. I just recently got promoted to my 1st Kyu and I am currently in training for my Black Belt. I have found that initially I wanted to use Aikido for my law enforcement profession, but now the way of harmony has permeated all aspects of my life. The dynamic sphere has evolved into a dynamic relationship with all things. |
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Some of the finest Wooden Practice Weapons made.... and hand made by one of our students! Click on the banner above and take a look. If you think they look great, you should feel the weight and balance of them. You almost HATE to use them they are so nice!
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