Leo Tamaki Sensei’s Seminar
Leo Tamaki Sensei is returning to Squamish after his first visit in 2024! This time, he is offering more time on the mats, teaching from Friday evening through Sunday afternoon. The Sunday afternoon class will focus on Iaijutsu.
Only full seminar participants can register before January 31st.
A one-day participation option will be available after February 1st.
Date: April 24 - 26 (Fri - Sun) , 2026
Venue: Aikidaily International Academy
#307 - 1201 Commercial Way, Squamish, BC
Seminar Schedule:
April 24 (Fri) 6:30 - 8:30 pm
April 25 (Sat) 9:00 - 11:30 am, 2:00 - 4:00 pm, 5:30 pm Pizza party at the dojo
April 26 (Sun) 9:00 - 11:30 am, 2:00 - 4:00 pm (The Sunday afternoon class will focus on Iaijutsu.)
Seminar Fee:
*The early bird price is available until January 31st.
<Adult>
Full seminar $225 before January 31st, $245 after February 1st.
Friday only $50, Saturday only $110, Sunday only $110
<Youth Up to 17YRS, 4th kyu + (Purple Belt +) >
Full seminar $205 before January 31st, $225 after February 1st.
Friday only $40, Saturday only $100, Sunday only $100
<Other Options>
Pizza dinner on Saturday at the Aikidaily dojo: $20
Dojo B&B: $25 a night
Accommodations In true gasshuku style. Accommodations are available at the Aikidaily dojo and will include breakfast. Come and sleep on the mats and commune with fellow practitioners.
Address: #307 - 1201 Commercial Way, Squamish, BC
There are hotels, Air B&Bs and camp sites available in Squamish. (Book before they are all full!)
<Registration and Payment>
Please register through the link below. After finishing the registration process, you will need to send an e-transfer with your registration fee to rie.babin@aikidaily.com. Please add your name and the word Leo Tamaki to the e-transfer message. Once we receive your payment, your registration will be confirmed by email.
Leo Tamaki Sensei Bio:
Leo Tamaki Sensei is a prominent figure in the martial arts community, particularly known for his contributions to Aikido. Born to a Japanese father and a French/Croatian mother, Tamaki Sensei's multicultural background has significantly influenced his approach to martial arts. He began his martial arts journey with Judo at the age of six, later exploring Kung-Fu, Karate, and Full Contact before discovering Aikido at the age of 21.
Tamaki Sensei's Aikido training began under the guidance of Nobuyoshi Tamura, a notable Aikido master. In 1998, he moved to Japan to train at the Aikikai Hombu Dojo, a central hub for Aikido practitioners. After returning to France in 2001, he opened a martial arts equipment business and started a martial arts blog. He returned to Japan in 2007 for further training and eventually committed to teaching Aikido full-time.
Leo Tamaki Sensei is the founder of Kishinkai Aikido, a school that has expanded to include 35 dojos across 12 countries. His practice is influenced by several martial arts masters, including Tamura Nobuyoshi in Aikido, Hino Akira in Hino Budo, Kuroda Tetsuzan in Iaijutsu and Kenjutsu, and Kono Yoshinori in Kobujutsu.
In addition to his teaching, Tamaki Sensei is actively involved in promoting martial arts through events like "La nuit des Arts Martiaux Traditionnels" and his magazine "YASHIMA," which specializes in martial arts. He conducts Aikido classes in Paris and travels extensively to teach and share his knowledge across Europe and beyond.