OMG, I can't believe he actually left... for Japan!

I just wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks to all the members of Chishin Dojo and to our wonderful friends, Furrukh and Tariq, at our new training space, which we now proudly call home. Their long-established Aikido club has graciously welcomed us.

As some of you may know, I have relocated to Japan for personal reasons. I am pleased to announce that I’ve entrusted the management of the dojo to Andy McLean Sensei, who I am confident will do an outstanding job in the UK.

During my time in Japan, I will be a member of Aikido Aishinkan Kyoto, and I hope to establish a Japan branch of Chishin Dojo in the future. I plan to return to the UK periodically to teach and connect with the Coventry branch and visit friends.

If anyone would like to stay in touch, please feel free to reach out to me at john.burn@mac.com. I’d especially love to meet up for Aikido or coffee if you find yourself in Kyoto—ideally both, but definitely coffee!

Looking forward to seeing you all soon!

Best regards,

John