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Growing Aikido for youth in a collaborative way. Empowering teachers of children. Facilitating opportunities for dojos. Expanding our reach and support across organizations and regions.

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Our mission is to collectively encourage the growth of Aikido for youth, from pre-school to late teen.  We welcome all those who share our passion for Aikido and our commitment to youth to join us.

A membership organization: Providing educational material, community building, and professional development opportunities for all who are interested in Aikido and youth.

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16 Nov 2019

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Webinar – Kyu Ranking System for Children

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Aviv Goldsmith Sensei presented AYC’s first webinar about the revised kyu ranking system he developed for Aikido in Fredericksburg youth students and the benefits that resulted.  Members will be able to review this and other AYC webinars in the Members Area.

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Ongoing

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Roundtable Discussions

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