Getting settled in, so it’s time for morning training again with Soke Sensei. As usual training started at 6:30am with 30 minutes meditation in seiza. This morning Tanaka Sensei & Todd Sensei both joined us for training. I love the energy they both bring into the dojo, again a bit of a trip down memory

Early start on Wednesday, this was our first scheduled morning training session with Soke Sensei.  Into the dojo early, windows and doors opened up to let in a bit of air.  Airflow is a really good thing when you do morning classes with Soke Sensei.  But also being mindful to stay quiet, because the dojo

I love the simplicity of the Japanese sleeping arrangements. Futon laid out on the tatami, didn’t even worry about a blanket last night until the early hours of the morning because it was quite warm over night. At a guess, a bit over 20 degrees and quite humid. Tuesday (Day 2) there was no scheduled

It’s hard to believe that it’s been 3 years since my last visit to Japan. But it’s still like going home. This year I’m accompanying Bailey Keefe who was awarded Japan training scholarship by our local Sunshine Coast association committee and his Mum Nikki. For the 2 years prior the scholarships were awarded to Jodie