Seminar with Steve Erickson sensei

Steve Sensei has been operating his club for about 25 years. He has the most successful children’s program in our organization and is at the forefront of youth empowerment and leadership programs in aikido dojos in Canada.

He is a passionate and inspiring instructor and we are so pleased to be able to host him!


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Steve Erickson Shidoin, 6th Dan, BigRock Aikikai (Calgary)


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December 12-14 (Fri - Sun)

*Saturday adult classes are now full. If you’d like to be added to the waiting list, please contact rie.babin@aikidaily.com.


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12th (Fri)

6:30-8:30 pm Tween/adult class (13 YRS up)

13th (Sat)

8:45-9:45 am kids class for 8 YRS up or green belt and up

10-12 pm Tween/adult class (13 YRS up)

12-2:00 pm lunch break

2-4 pm Tween/adult class (13 YRS up)

4:15 pm kyu testing

5:30 pm Pizza party at the dojo

14th (Sun)

9-12 pm Tween/adult class (13 YRS up)


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Aikidaily International Academy : #307-1201 Commercial Way, Squamish, BC


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Whole Event: $120 for adults, $100 for 13-18 YRS

Single Day: $30 for Friday, $70 for Saturday, $50 for Sunday for adults

$20 for Friday, $60 for Saturday, $40 for Sunday for 13-18 YRS

Kid’s classes on Saturday: $20 per class (8:45 - 9:45 am)

Drop in per class for 13yrs+: $20

Pizza dinner on Saturday at the Aikidaily dojo: $20


<Other Options>

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 Seminar to the e-transfer message. Once we receive your payment, your registration will be confirmed by email.

Etsunen Geiko — New Year’s Eve Aikido Practice

Etsunen Geiko — New Year’s Eve Aikido Practice
Join us for a special midnight training to welcome 2026 on December 31st! 

Etsunen Geiko is traditionally practiced at the Aikido World Headquarters, Hombu Dojo, in Tokyo to mark the transition into the new year. 

The class is from 11:30 pm to 12:30 am followed by a toast after the class with snacks and refreshments. 

If you are interested in coming, please let us know in advance!

Date: December 31st

Class time: 11:30 pm - 12:30 am

Cost: Free

Movie Night #54

MOVIE NIGHT #54

MOVIE OF THE MONTH: The Grinch

Date: December 20 (Sat)

Time: 6:15-9:00 pm


Our teens will be hosting the kids under our supervision. All donations will go to support future training events for our young leaders.

Parents get a little break and the kids get to have a lot of fun!

The movie will be played in the dojo, so that we have lots of room and space will be limited to 20 kids. This is a great opportunity for all the kids to meet outside of class, eat some snacks together, socialize and create stronger connections. We will provide the popcorn, homemade lemonade, take time to play games and watch a show.

Drop off for movie nights is after 6:15 pm. Pick up is between 8:30 and 9:00 pm.

Movie nights are by donation.

Sign up now!

Girls-Only Aikido Event

A special free event for girls and women of all ages — from age 5 and up!
Come experience Aikido together in a welcoming, supportive environment that connects our community across generations. Current students are encouraged to bring friends, sisters, moms, or anyone curious to try Aikido for the first time.

It includes Aikido class, Game time, Circle time, and Demonstration.

All levels welcome. No experience needed!


Date: November 30 (Sun)

Time: 2 - 4 pm

Venue: Aikidaily International Academy — #307-1201 Commercial Way, Squamish

Fee: FREE - (Registration required in advance)

*If you are bringing a friend, please make sure that your friend fills out the form below in advance.



We have reached capacity so registration is now closed.

If you would like to be on the waiting list, fill out the form below.



Movie Night #53

MOVIE NIGHT #53

MOVIE OF THE MONTH: The LEGO Ninjago

Date: November 29 (Sat)

Time: 6:30-9:00 pm


Our teens will be hosting the kids under our supervision. All donations will go to support future training events for our young leaders.

Parents get a little break and the kids get to have a lot of fun!

The movie will be played in the dojo, so that we have lots of room and space will be limited to 20 kids. This is a great opportunity for all the kids to meet outside of class, eat some snacks together, socialize and create stronger connections. We will provide the popcorn, homemade lemonade, take time to play games and watch a show.

Drop off for movie nights is after 6:15 pm. Pick up is between 8:30 and 9:00 pm.

Movie nights are by donation.

Sign up now!