” Bringing Saotome Sensei’s Legacy Forward”

May 17-19, 2024

These special seminars are sponsored by the ASU to present the perspectives of Saotome Sensei’s most senior students on his Aikido and his teaching. His 7th Dans partner in unique pairs for three days of training to cast a light on Saotome Sensei through their experiences and understandings. The lense we look through provides an insight into Saotome Sensei’s unique Aikido, the ASU, and the history of influence that must not be lost.

This session will feature:

Raso Hultgren Shihan & John Messores Shihan

Full Seminar: $200.00 


Friday: 2:00 PM to  4:30 PM / 7-9:00 PM

Saturday: 9:30 – Noon / 2:30 –  5:00

There will be a gathering in the dojo immediately after the afternoon session with libations and light snacks. We will retire to a “nearby” restaurant (TBA) to accommodate those interested in dinning with the instructors.

Sunday: 10:00 – 12:00 /

Followed by a Lunch location for wrap up discussions and farewells.