William is the Chief Instructor of Water Oak Aikikai.
He has earned the rank of
Yondan (4th Degree Black Belt)
as recognized by the Aikikai Hombu Dojo in Tokyo, Japan. He has also received his
Fukushidoin Teaching Certificate (certified instructor).
William is responsible for all instruction and testing.
He has been studying Aikido since 1994 and has received instruction directly from
Moriteru Ueshiba Doshu, Toshimura Tamura Shihan, Yoshimitsu Yamada Shihan, Seiichi
Sugano Shihan, Kazuo Chiba Shihan, Mutsunari Kanai Shihan, Fumio Toyoda Shihan,
Hayato Osawa Shihan and Suganuma Shihan.
William is the developer of Aiki Cane. Aiki Cane is
a self-defense format using a standard walking cane and Aikido principles. He is
also an active student of Shindo Muso Ryu Jodo, Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido and ZNKR
Iaido.
William has a strong understanding of martial arts
and self-defense. As the son of a U.S. Marine he lived on Okinawa, Japan for 10
years where he often had to use his knowledge and skills in everyday life.
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Brenda is an Instructor at Water Oak Aikikai teaching
in both the Adult and Family
programs. She currently holds the rank if Shodan (1st degree Black Belt). She has
been studying Aikido since 1996.
In addition to her Aikido training, Brenda is a certified instructor in Hatha Yoga
and Raja Yoga. She is also currently studying Tae Kwon Do.
Brenda is a U.S. Army Veteran. During her enlistment
she was stationed in Mannheim, Germany and also served in Operation Desert Storm.
She has been teaching swimming to children and adults since she was a teenager and
that extensive teaching experience is very evident in her instruction.
As the Dojo Cho Brenda has direct responsibility for
the cleaning and maintenance of the dojo and it's gardens.
Jason is an Assistant Instructor at Water Oak Aikikai
teaching in the Family Program. Currently, he is intensely studying for his Shodan examination.