Kayla Feder Shihan Berlin 2026 Aikido Seminar
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Aikido Berlin is pleased to welcome Kayla Feder Shihan, 7th dan Aikikai, from Aikido of Berkeley, USA, back to Berlin in September 2026 for an international Aikido weekend seminar on the theme "Aikido is a Matter of the Heart".
🗓 Seminar dates: 12.09.2026 - 13.09.2026
📍Location: Münchener Straße 49, 10779 Berlin
https://maps.app.goo.gl/CnW3jF8P9kXmoLxJ6
🎫 Registration is open via the following registration form:
https://app.guestoo.de/public/event/2f830399-9c96-4206-8770-45bb2968e113
You can also send a message to: [email protected] 📧
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🔥 Seminar topic: AIKIDO IS A MATTER OF THE HEART
“Aikido is a matter of the heart. This teaching, expressed in many ways by O-Sensei, the founder of Aikido, reminds us that the Art of Peace must be practiced with joy, vitality, and sincerity. It calls us to meet our partners with love and compassion, to learn from one another without judgment, and to turn our attention inward—refining and polishing our own spirit. As he taught, “True victory is self-victory.”
In this seminar, "Aikido is a Matter of the Heart,” we return to that essential spirit of openness, warmth, and connection. Together, we will explore how to embrace our partners fully, not only through technique but through presence, generosity, and heartfelt intention. This is an invitation to continually open ourselves, to act from the center of the heart, and to extend that openness to everyone we meet on and off the mat.
Now more than ever, there is a quiet urgency in this practice. As human beings, we are challenged to move beyond division and toward understanding, to replace competition with cooperation, and conflict with compassion.” —Kayla Feder
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✨ TEA & TALK — something special this year
This year's Tea & Talk session will be a real treat: 📖 Kayla Sensei will speak with us about the book she is currently writing, "Aikido Is a Matter of the Heart", in the form of a special interview. There will be plenty of room for shared exchange, so that everyone can join the conversation, ask questions, and share their own thoughts and experiences.
🍵 Japanese miso soup, coffee, tea and snacks will be served — free of charge. (Few martial arts weekends happen around a soup. We think more of them should.😊)
This Tea & Talk session is included in your seminar fee if you book the full seminar or the whole Saturday, otherwise it can be booked separately.
🎥 We invite you to watch this 1-minute video about the seminar:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FU1j6Eb6E/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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🕚 SCHEDULE
SATURDAY
11:00 - 13:30 aikido
13:30 - 15:00 lunch, tea & talk with Kayla 🫖🎤
15:00 - 17:30 aikido
18:30 get together dinner (not included)
SUNDAY
11:00 - 14:00 aikido
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🍽 DINNER, on Saturday, optional
Join us at a restaurant close to the seminar venue, location to be announced. Open end. Not included in the seminar fee.
🧡 Your early confirmation helps us to better plan the group reservation. Thank you for letting us know in advance.
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💳 Seminar fees
Full seminar 70€
Early bird registration 65€ (until August 10th, 2026)
Youngsters under 18 years 55 €
Saturday only 60 €
Sunday only 45€
Single class Saturday 40 €
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🎫 Registration is open via the following registration form:
https://app.guestoo.de/public/event/2f830399-9c96-4206-8770-45bb2968e113
You can also send a message to: [email protected] 📧
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🔸 ABOUT KAYLA FEDER SHIHAN 🔸
Kayla Feder Shihan, 7th dan Aikikai, is the founder and chief instructor at Aikido of Berkeley. In 1973 at age of 9 Kayla fell in love with Aikido and now has over 50 years of continuous training in the art. For the first 20 years of her practice, she was greatly inspired by training under Morihiro Saito Shihan, who was one of the Morihei Ueshiba’s closest students. In 1980 Kayla Sensei traveled to Iwama, Japan to train with Saito Shihan as an uchi deshi (live-in apprentice). During subsequent trips to study Aikido in Japan, Sensei trained under many direct students of the founder of Aikido, including Kisshomaru Ueshiba, Seiichi Sugano, Motomichi Anno, and Kazuo Chiba. Since childhood she has also practiced with and been strongly influenced by Frank Doran Shihan, Robert Nadeau Shihan, and Hiroshi Ikeda Shihan.
Kayla Sensei teaches seminars throughout the US and Europe. In addition to her Aikido accomplishments she received a Masters degree in Holistic Health Education from JFK University.
Kayla Sensei recognizes that we all have different bodies, histories, ages and learning styles. She is dedicated to making Aikido accessible for anyone and her teaching style supports the individual growth of each student. She has created a warm and welcoming community at Aikido of Berkeley. Sensei also includes yoga and meditation practices as part of the training at Aikido of Berkeley. She views Aikido as a holistic art and has said: “There is no end to the growth and learning we aspire to through our Aikido practice both on and off the mat”. She continues to dedicate herself to the daily process of changing and growing within herself and her practice and teaching of Aikido.
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📍 SEMINAR LOCATION
Münchener Straße 49, 10779 Berlin
https://goo.gl/maps/wttr6yLVQ26T1S6Q8
☕️ Free coffee, tea, water bottles, bananas & snacks for all participants
🥋 Soft cotton mats for more comfort and less bruises during ukemi
📚 Indoor hang-out area
🌳 Big outdoor court area without car transit, with trees and benches to relax and get some fresh air
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In the meantime, we invite you to watch or read the following content about Kayla Feder Sensei:
🎥 “Aikido is a Matter of the Heart” 2026 seminar: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FU1j6Eb6E/?mibextid=wwXIfr
🎥 "Listen Deeply" seminar video 2024: https://fb.watch/tUd9JusES3/
🎥 Seminar video 2023: https://fb.watch/m6ynRlubtl/
📖 Aikido Journal interview "Never Stop Growing": https://aikidojournal.com/2022/06/10/kayla-feder-never-stop-growing/
ℹ️ Follow the seminar page on Facebook to stay up to date: https://www.facebook.com/events/1860618777946600/
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◻️ Please bring your own weapons (ken, jo, tanto)
👥 Feel free to share the event with your aikido friends and students.
🌍 The seminar is open to all styles, levels and affiliations.
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Grab your spot, bring your curiosity — and bring a friend. See you on the mat on 12–13 September!🥋❤️
🎫 Registration is open via the following registration form:
https://app.guestoo.de/public/event/2f830399-9c96-4206-8770-45bb2968e113
You can also send a message to: [email protected] 📧
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🏨 We have compiled a list of accommodation options close to the seminar location, please feel free to ask.
ℹ️ Stay tuned with all seminar information and important updates on the Facebook seminar page: 🔗 https://www.facebook.com/events/1860618777946600/
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🗓 Seminar dates: 12.09.2026 - 13.09.2026
📍Location: Münchener Straße 49, 10779 Berlin
https://maps.app.goo.gl/CnW3jF8P9kXmoLxJ6
🎫 Registration is open via the following registration form:
https://app.guestoo.de/public/event/2f830399-9c96-4206-8770-45bb2968e113
You can also send a message to: [email protected] 📧
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🔥 Seminar topic: AIKIDO IS A MATTER OF THE HEART
“Aikido is a matter of the heart. This teaching, expressed in many ways by O-Sensei, the founder of Aikido, reminds us that the Art of Peace must be practiced with joy, vitality, and sincerity. It calls us to meet our partners with love and compassion, to learn from one another without judgment, and to turn our attention inward—refining and polishing our own spirit. As he taught, “True victory is self-victory.”
In this seminar, "Aikido is a Matter of the Heart,” we return to that essential spirit of openness, warmth, and connection. Together, we will explore how to embrace our partners fully, not only through technique but through presence, generosity, and heartfelt intention. This is an invitation to continually open ourselves, to act from the center of the heart, and to extend that openness to everyone we meet on and off the mat.
Now more than ever, there is a quiet urgency in this practice. As human beings, we are challenged to move beyond division and toward understanding, to replace competition with cooperation, and conflict with compassion.” —Kayla Feder
▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️
✨ TEA & TALK — something special this year
This year's Tea & Talk session will be a real treat: 📖 Kayla Sensei will speak with us about the book she is currently writing, "Aikido Is a Matter of the Heart", in the form of a special interview. There will be plenty of room for shared exchange, so that everyone can join the conversation, ask questions, and share their own thoughts and experiences.
🍵 Japanese miso soup, coffee, tea and snacks will be served — free of charge. (Few martial arts weekends happen around a soup. We think more of them should.😊)
This Tea & Talk session is included in your seminar fee if you book the full seminar or the whole Saturday, otherwise it can be booked separately.
🎥 We invite you to watch this 1-minute video about the seminar:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FU1j6Eb6E/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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🕚 SCHEDULE
SATURDAY
11:00 - 13:30 aikido
13:30 - 15:00 lunch, tea & talk with Kayla 🫖🎤
15:00 - 17:30 aikido
18:30 get together dinner (not included)
SUNDAY
11:00 - 14:00 aikido
▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️
🍽 DINNER, on Saturday, optional
Join us at a restaurant close to the seminar venue, location to be announced. Open end. Not included in the seminar fee.
🧡 Your early confirmation helps us to better plan the group reservation. Thank you for letting us know in advance.
▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️
💳 Seminar fees
Full seminar 70€
Early bird registration 65€ (until August 10th, 2026)
Youngsters under 18 years 55 €
Saturday only 60 €
Sunday only 45€
Single class Saturday 40 €
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🎫 Registration is open via the following registration form:
https://app.guestoo.de/public/event/2f830399-9c96-4206-8770-45bb2968e113
You can also send a message to: [email protected] 📧
▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️
🔸 ABOUT KAYLA FEDER SHIHAN 🔸
Kayla Feder Shihan, 7th dan Aikikai, is the founder and chief instructor at Aikido of Berkeley. In 1973 at age of 9 Kayla fell in love with Aikido and now has over 50 years of continuous training in the art. For the first 20 years of her practice, she was greatly inspired by training under Morihiro Saito Shihan, who was one of the Morihei Ueshiba’s closest students. In 1980 Kayla Sensei traveled to Iwama, Japan to train with Saito Shihan as an uchi deshi (live-in apprentice). During subsequent trips to study Aikido in Japan, Sensei trained under many direct students of the founder of Aikido, including Kisshomaru Ueshiba, Seiichi Sugano, Motomichi Anno, and Kazuo Chiba. Since childhood she has also practiced with and been strongly influenced by Frank Doran Shihan, Robert Nadeau Shihan, and Hiroshi Ikeda Shihan.
Kayla Sensei teaches seminars throughout the US and Europe. In addition to her Aikido accomplishments she received a Masters degree in Holistic Health Education from JFK University.
Kayla Sensei recognizes that we all have different bodies, histories, ages and learning styles. She is dedicated to making Aikido accessible for anyone and her teaching style supports the individual growth of each student. She has created a warm and welcoming community at Aikido of Berkeley. Sensei also includes yoga and meditation practices as part of the training at Aikido of Berkeley. She views Aikido as a holistic art and has said: “There is no end to the growth and learning we aspire to through our Aikido practice both on and off the mat”. She continues to dedicate herself to the daily process of changing and growing within herself and her practice and teaching of Aikido.
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📍 SEMINAR LOCATION
Münchener Straße 49, 10779 Berlin
https://goo.gl/maps/wttr6yLVQ26T1S6Q8
☕️ Free coffee, tea, water bottles, bananas & snacks for all participants
🥋 Soft cotton mats for more comfort and less bruises during ukemi
📚 Indoor hang-out area
🌳 Big outdoor court area without car transit, with trees and benches to relax and get some fresh air
▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️
In the meantime, we invite you to watch or read the following content about Kayla Feder Sensei:
🎥 “Aikido is a Matter of the Heart” 2026 seminar: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FU1j6Eb6E/?mibextid=wwXIfr
🎥 "Listen Deeply" seminar video 2024: https://fb.watch/tUd9JusES3/
🎥 Seminar video 2023: https://fb.watch/m6ynRlubtl/
📖 Aikido Journal interview "Never Stop Growing": https://aikidojournal.com/2022/06/10/kayla-feder-never-stop-growing/
ℹ️ Follow the seminar page on Facebook to stay up to date: https://www.facebook.com/events/1860618777946600/
▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️
◻️ Please bring your own weapons (ken, jo, tanto)
👥 Feel free to share the event with your aikido friends and students.
🌍 The seminar is open to all styles, levels and affiliations.
▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️
Grab your spot, bring your curiosity — and bring a friend. See you on the mat on 12–13 September!🥋❤️
🎫 Registration is open via the following registration form:
https://app.guestoo.de/public/event/2f830399-9c96-4206-8770-45bb2968e113
You can also send a message to: [email protected] 📧
▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️
🏨 We have compiled a list of accommodation options close to the seminar location, please feel free to ask.
ℹ️ Stay tuned with all seminar information and important updates on the Facebook seminar page: 🔗 https://www.facebook.com/events/1860618777946600/
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