Okanagan
Aikikai

     

Instructors

Pat Olson, Yondan ,Shidoin

Pat has been practicing Aikido for over 25 years.She strives to be as transparent as possible to the teachings of Kawahara Sensei. The happy family atmosphere of the Okanagan Aikikai is a reflection of Pat's shining personality.

 

Kelly Purdue, Sandan

Kelly has been practicing under Kawahara Sensei for 20 years. Kelly's mantra is "Relax!"

 

Heather Pesta, Nidan

Heather brings her bouncy energy to her classes and her time in Japan brings fresh perspective. Her classes are plain fun!

 

We invite you to come and share the path of Aikido.

"Always practice the Art of Peace in a vibrant and joyful manner."

-- Quote by Morihei Ueshiba 1883-1969

 
 

Kawahara Sensei, Shihan

Technical Director

of the

Canadian Aikido Federation