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Genesis Aikido Club Celebrates 7th Foundation Anniversary
Genesis Aikido Club – branch dojo of International Shuyokan Aikido Federation and the most active Aikido organization in Saudi Arabia, headed by Sensei Ronald Nilo celebrated its 7th Anniversary recently. The celebration was attended by the members and instructors from the different chapters and affiliated dojos of Genesis Aikido Club all over the kingdom, as well as the member clubs of Asian Martial Arts Federation headed by Sifu Romeo “Boy” Buayan who was the Master Guest Instructor.
It was a busy day for all the members of Genesis Aikido Club who participated in the 3-set Aikido seminars, competitions, demonstrations and exhibitions. Sensei Nilo conducted the first seminar for beginners, ladies and kids, as well as the final seminar for senior students and instructors. Sensei Ferdie & Sensei Billy instructed on the second seminar for intermediate students.
The crowd uproared as 4-year old Toto Dammang threw his partner in one of the most exciting exhibitions seen in the event. Sensei Nilo gave him a special award and medal for his exemplary performance. Fahad Al-Marwani, Asia-Sary’s superman, broke the record of previous events by flying over 9 men side-by-side, to win in the Long Thrust Event. He also won the High Thrust event, thereby getting two (2) gold medals. Sempai Fahad Al-Balawi won the “Best in Kote Gaeshi” Award, while Sempai Abdulrahman Saeed Bajunaied won the “Best in Shiho Nage”. Asia–Heraa Team members Marlon Iguiron, Mohmed Al-Assmari, Manny Zuniega II, Divino Luces and Sultan Al-Harby won the “Best in Randori” (Multiple-attack practice) Award. PHIMACA Team members Sensei Joseph Cayat, Norly Sajonia, Ronald Lim, Felix Villalva, Edwin Gonzales and Rene Rafer won the “Best in Exhibition” Award. All the attending instructors acted as judges in the competitions.
The following members were also promoted during the celebration: Abdulrahman Saeed Bajunaied – 1st kyu (brown belt), Fahad Al-Balawi, Ehab Elsaudi Gamal & Marlon Iguiron – 2nd kyu (blue belt), Mohmed Al-Assmari – 3rd kyu (yellow belt) and Elesio Sarabia – 5th kyu (green belt). All attendees were given certificates of participation. Special certificates of appreciation were given to Sensei Ferdie Silva & Sensei Bonn Abando for their commendable support and participation.
Genesis Aikido Club thanks the following individuals and organizations for their support and participation: Sensei Ferdie Silva of Ruwais/PAR Chapter, Sensei Billy Somo of PAR Chapter, Sensei Bonn Abando of Heraa Chapter, Sensei Ramon Rayco of Kenjiren Aikido Club, Sensei Nato Enriquez of Samahang Aikidista ng Pilipinas, Sensei Mhel Villareal of Shuryukan Aikido-Dammam, Sensei Joy Baldove & Sensei Joseph Cayat of PHIMACA, Sensei Albert Madriaga of Black Panther Sikaran, Kyud Cesar Red and Kyud Lito Flores of International Kuntaw Federation, Master Rey Lotino of Kai Shin Kan Aikido, Sensei Bienvenido Diesto of Golden Armour Karate Club, Engr. Manny Laguardia & Family, and Sifu Romeo “Boy” Buayan of Asian Martial Arts Federation. Sponsor for the awards and medals, is Mr. Ahmed Ghatani, owner of Asia Martial Arts Defence Club, where Sensei Nilo regularly trains every night.
Sifu Romeo “Boy” Buayan announced during the event about the forthcoming 18th AMAF Karate and Kickboxing Tournament to be held on September 24 & October 1, 2004. Selected members of Genesis will be participating in the Kickboxing Event.
Genesis Aikido Club teaches Aikido in its principles and discipline, and all ranks awarded is recognized by Shuyokan Honbu Dojo-International Shuyokan Aikido Federation under Soke David Dye, 10th Dan Founder & Headmaster. For inquiries, contact Sensei Nilo at 6940930 Ext. 2108, Sensei Ferdie at 0508-373450, Sensei Billy at 0502-935269, Sensei Raul (Dammam) at 0508-478460 and Sensei Bonn Abando at 0507-312439 or visit their website at www.freewebs.com/aikidogenesis.
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