Tatsunori Imamura Sensei is a seventh dan Aikido Shihan from Hokkaido, Japan, who was profoundly influenced by his study with O‘Sensei in the last years of the founder’s life. He is the chief instructor of Sapporo International Aikikai, and travels regularly to teach in Russia and Eastern Europe. This will be his second trip to the United States. Imamura Sensei is very committed to the spiritual core of Aikido. This commitment was enhanced by his studies with Masahisa Goi Sensei (1916-1980), a philosophical/spiritual leader who was a close friend of O’ Sensei. Goi Sensei founded the Byakko Shinko Kai, which initiated the movement to plant Peace Poles worldwide. You may have seen one of these four-sided poles with the message “May Peace Prevail on Earth” written in several languages.
Tatsunori Imamura Sensei, 7th Dan at Aikido Northshore
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Tatsunori Imamura Sensei, 7th Dan at Aikido Northshore
June 10, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - June 12, 2016 @ 12:00 pm
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A Memorial for Lewis Cuffy will take place at 4pm EST this Saturday, April 3rd at the Aikido Shobukan dojo. All are welcome to join his partner Sara Bluestone and members of the ASU and ASD community via Zoom. This is an occasion to remember Lewis and his teachings, and mark the successful end of his earthly journey.
(zoom.us/j/9011746784#success Passcode: 421421).
We will honor and celebrate his life by sharing stories, memories and the joy and passion with which he taught and lived Aikido and life. To share your thoughts during the memorial, please contact the ASD. More can be found on the Shobukan dojo website and Facebook page.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Lewis Cuffy Sensei, Godan (5th Dan), on March 20, 2021. He was the Head Instructor of DC Shobukan Dojo exemplary Youth Program, a senior instructor of the adult classes, a pillar of the Dojo and a mentor to young and adults in our diverse Aikido Schools of Ueshiba community.
Lewis, or Mr. Cuffy as he was known by the many children and teenagers that he taught, ran the Youth Program for over two decades together with Sara Bluestone. Before starting Aikido, he had already excelled in the arts of Judo and Karate. He had a lifelong commitment to paying attention to the principles of the art of Aikido and understanding the reasons behind any posture, technique, and movement, as transmitted directly to him by our teacher Mitsugi Saotome Sensei. He was generous, rigorous, receptive, and beloved by the hundreds of children, teens and parents who have gone through our Dojo. He knew each one of his students, fostered their emotional and physical growth, and expected the same standards of excellence from young and old. His natural bass voice radiated presence while sharing the principles of the art. Through teaching he emphasized the value of human decency, the importance of trying even if failing at first, and always working towards improvement. We will miss him deeply.
Lewis Cuffy Sensei's passing is a great loss to ASU community. Our heart and condolences go to his partner Sara Bluestone, to his family, and to the members of the Aikido Shobukan dojo.
Wayne Williams
😥 D.E.P.
Compassion and Condolences ☸️
My condolences to his family, students, and friends. May he Rest In Peace.
So sorry to hear this news. may he rest in peace
May his presence radiate in the lives of those he touched. A beacon yet for the way.
Mr. Cuffy was a giant among men. His life and legacy are worthy of notice and while he will be deeply missed, he will not be forgotten. Our family is forever grateful for his many and profound teachings.
A great man, a great teacher, a great friend. A true Budoka through and through. Thank you Louis Sensei 🙏 🙇♂️🙏 With great love and respect. C~
Very sad news. We'll miss you Lewis
Gate gate paragate parasamgate bodhi svaha
I am deeply saddened by this news. We went to judo Nationals together in the late 1980s. We loose a fine gentleman that was tough as nails.
Sad News :-(
RIP ((
RIP Sensei!
🙏🏻🙏🏻
I remember him well.
RIP my friend 😢
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Does anyone have contact information ? I would like to send a card.
Cuffy Sensei's teachings will stay with me forever.