Technical Seminar
Technical Seminar with Poresky Sensei
You are invited to our first-ever technical seminar! We’re honored to host Bob Poresky Sensei, 6th dan. This seminar is an opportunity to take a closer look at the concepts that shape our particular dialect of Aikido and to explore how they inform our movement, timing, and connection.
If you’ve trained with Takeguchi Sensei, you’ve likely heard him say:
• connect and set
• control your space
• expand and contract
• simple, not easyThese aphorisms guide our approach to Aikido and highlight the qualities we emphasize on the mat. During this seminar, Poresky Sensei will help us dig into these ideas—how they operate in practice, and how they contribute to the personality of Capital Aikikai.
Bob brings decades of martial arts experience and teaches across the country, sharing his Aikido not only with Aikidoists but also with students outside traditional martial arts. His instruction is practical, thoughtful, and accessible, and he has a gift for meeting practitioners where they are.
We hope you’ll join us to train, explore, and see how these concepts can enrich your own practice. We believe that cross-pollination between Aikido styles helps us grow and deepens our understanding of the art we love.
Date: January 23–25, 2026
Friday: 7 pm–9 pm
Saturday: 10 am–12 pm, 3 pm–5 pm; Party at the dojo afterward
Sunday: 10 am–12 pmFee:
• $100 full weekend
• $75 Saturday
• $50 Friday or SundayIf the fee is a hardship, please reach out at info@aikidoofwisconsin.com.
We have discounted rooms with late checkout at AmericInn by Wyndham of Janesville. Book your stay only here. Or call (608)371-9981 and use the group code CAOW.
A promotional poster for Capital Aikikai of Wisconsin’s Technical Seminar. At the top is the dojo’s circular logo featuring an Aikido silhouette with a jo staff and a wood violet. Large blue text reads “Technical Seminar” with the subtitle “Exploring Connection and Maai.” Below is a black-and-white photo of a male instructor labeled “Featuring Poresky Sensei – Capital Aikikai Syracuse.” The seminar dates “January 23–25, 2026” appear in bold blue text. Smaller white text notes that all affiliations are welcome and that schedule and fees are to be determined. The bottom includes the website “aikidoofwisconsin.com” and the address “4712 S John Paul Rd, Milton WI.” The background features a subtle grayscale image of two people training in Aikido.
Grand Opening
Capital Aikikai of Wisconsin will celebrate its grand opening the weekend of October 10–12, 2025, with a series of Aikido classes led by senior instructors from across the United States. Classes will be held Friday evening, all day Saturday, and Sunday morning, with a community dinner for participants on Saturday at 7:30 PM. The event is open to all Aikido practitioners, and the public is welcome to observe. Suggested contribution for the weekend is $125.