Instructors
Phil Reimers, Shodan
Phil started practicing aikido in 2001 in Germany. He taught aikido for some time in Tofino and now lives on Salt Spring Island. He was a student of Frank Ostoff (studied under Yamaguchi Sensei and Endo Sensei) and attended Seminars with Endo Sensei, Yamashima Sensei, Tissier Sensei, Jan Nevelius, among others.
Sebastian Silva, Shodan
Sebastian began practicing aikido in Vancouver in 2005. Before moving to Salt Spring, he practiced with the Victoria Aikido Centre and affiliated dojos. Since 2014 he has practiced on Salt Spring island with Alan sensei. In 2022 he successfully tested for his shodan (black belt) under Osawa Hayato Shihan. He continues to attend seminars and learn from instructors across Canada.
Grant Babin Sensei, 4th dan
Grant Sensei of Aikidaily International Academy provides mentorship support for our dojo. We're grateful for his support and guidance. You can learn more about Grant and Aikidaily here: https://www.aikidaily.com/
Affiliations
Canadian Aikido Federation
Aikidaily International Academy, Squamish, BC
Aikidaily International Academy, Squamish, BC
Aikidaily International Academy, Squamish, BC
Aikidaily International Academy, Squamish, BC
Aikidaily International Academy, Squamish, BC
BC Aikido Federation
Aikidaily International Academy, Squamish, BC
International Aikido Federation, Aikikai