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Patricia Hendricks Shihan - Colorado Springs, Colorado - June 6-7 2026
Page Updated: April 28, 2026
Traditional Aikido of Colorado Springs is excited to host Patricia Hendricks Shihan for an Aikido Seminar on June 6-7 2026. Please consider bookmarking this page as this will be the principal source for up-to-date seminar information!
This seminar is open to all styles of Aikido and all ranks! We welcome everyone to come join us for a weekend of community and keiko! If you’re brand new to Aikido and you’ve never attended a seminar, I can tell you from personal experience that you can’t choose a better first seminar.
Patricia Hendricks Shihan - 7th Dan (Aikikai)
Hendricks Shihan is celebrating 52 years of practicing/teaching Aikido in 2026. She holds a 7th Dan (Aikikai) and was awarded the title of Shihan (Master Teacher) in 2014. Hendricks Sensei was a direct student of Morihiro Saito Shihan from 1976 until Saito Sensei’s untimely passing in 2002. Morihiro Saito Sensei awarded Hendricks Shihan all five Aikido weapons scrolls, followed by a Menkyo Kaiden (license of total transmission) in Aikido weapons. Hendricks Sensei is currently dojo-cho of Aikido of San Leandro and Division Head of CAA (California Aikido Association) Division 1. Hendricks Sensei founded Aikido of San Leandro in 1984 and her dojo is one of the few dojos in the United States that offers uchideshi (live-in student) opportunities. Hendricks Sensei is known globally both her technical excellence and her accessible teaching style. She is also one of the best living examples of Iwama style Aikido.
Seminar Schedule
Saturday June 6th - Taijutsu/Weapons (10:00AM - 4:00PM)
Saturday classes will be held at New Summit Charter Academy .
New Summit Charter Academy is located at:
7899 Lexington Drive – Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Session |
Start Time |
End time |
|---|---|---|
Registration/Check-In |
9:30AM |
10:00AM |
Taijutsu |
10:00AM |
11:00AM |
Weapons |
11:15AM |
12:15PM |
Lunch |
12:15PM |
1:30PM |
Weapons |
1:45PM |
2:45PM |
Taijutsu |
3:00PM |
4:00PM |
Dinner/Celebration |
6:00PM |
Closing |
Sunday Morning June 7th - Special Keiko (8:30AM-9:30AM)
Special Keiko is a more advanced class that focuses on topics like Kaeshi-waza or Henka-waza. While the Special Keiko class is open to all ranks, the class typically moves pretty quickly. The Sunday morning Special Keiko class will be held at the New Summit Charter Academy starting at 8:30AM.
We’ll open the the seminar site around 8:00AM for check-in and warmup. Special Keiko will start at 8:30AM and run until until 9:30AM followed by a 30 minute break prior to starting regular Sunday morning class.
Note: Pre-registration for the Sunday morning Special Keiko class is required. We will not be able to register attendees for Special Keiko at the door. Observers are not permitted during Special Keiko.
Sunday June 7th - Taijutsu/Weapons (10:00AM-4:00PM)
Sunday classes will be held at New Summit Charter Academy .
New Summit Charter Academy is located at:
7899 Lexington Drive – Colorado Springs, CO 80920
NOTE: If you are not registered for the Special Keiko class, please do not arrive before 9:30AM. Observers are not permitted. Pre-registration for Special Keiko is required. We will not be able to register attendees for special Keiko on Sunday morning.
Session |
Start Time |
End time |
|---|---|---|
Special Keiko |
8:30AM |
9:30AM |
Registration/Check-In |
9:30AM |
10:00AM |
Taijutsu |
10:00AM |
11:00AM |
Weapons |
11:15AM |
12:15PM |
Lunch |
12:15PM |
1:30PM |
Weapons |
1:45PM |
2:45PM |
Taijutsu |
3:00PM |
4:00PM |
Dinner/Celebration |
6:00PM |
Closing |
Seminar Fees/Registration/Payment
Item |
Fee |
|---|---|
Full Weekend (Sat/Sun) [Sunday Special Keiko not Included] |
$150.00 |
Single Day (Sat or Sun) [Sunday morning Special Keiko not Included] |
$90.00 |
Special Keiko (Sunday Morning) |
$45.00 |
Early Registration Pricing is available until Friday May 15th. After May 15th the full weekend cost will tentatively increase to $170.00.
We’re able to accept Zelle, major credit/debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Payment by credit/debit card is preferred.
If you’re registering/paying at the door, we will be able to accept personal checks, major credit cards, Zelle, Apple Pay and Google Pay at the door. We cannot accept cash.
Scan the QR Code to the right or click the button below to visit the registration/ticketing site.
Following Registration… Please click the button below to download a PDF waiver form. Filling the waiver out prior to arrival at your first session will help facilitate check-in!
Colorado Springs Climate
The weather in Colorado Springs is some of the best weather in the United States. Because we’re located at the base of the Front Range, our local weather tends to be dominated by atmospheric turbulence. There is a local saying “if you don’t like the weather… wait 15 minutes…” Colorado Springs sits at an altitude of about 6,500-7,000 feet and the region is considered a high-altitude desert environment. The temperature in early June ranges from 49°F-56°F at night to 74°F-84°F during the day. We will be spending time outdoors for weapons practice if the weather allows. The sun can be quite intense in the Springs in June. Sunscreen is strongly recommended outdoors regardless of the season. If you aren’t used to training at high altitude, please pay careful attention to your health. Local pharmacy and grocery stores sell inexpensive supplemental oxygen bottles if you’re experiencing altitude sickness symptoms. It’s also very important to pay careful attention to hydration. You can become critically dehydrated more quickly than you might be used to. Hydrate often!
Getting Here
The Colorado Springs Airport (IATA Code: COS) is a wonderful airport to fly into/out of. The airport is almost never busy and security delays are minimal. If you’re flying domestically within the United States, Southwest Airlines is a very reliable and less expensive option. Southwest provides two free checked bags, and most weapons bags qualify as standard luggage. United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines also service Colorado Springs. Flying into/out of Denver International Airport (IATA Code: DEN) is also an option. Denver International Airport is approximately 90 minutes from Colorado Springs by car. The drive is a fairly easy drive, and while rush hour traffic can be a bit hectic, the drive is along the Front Range and it’s quite beautiful.
Local Hotels
AirBnB is a good option. Colorado Springs has a variety of unique AirBnB properties within a short distance of the city. Space Command/Space Force Headquarters is permanently located in the Springs and the number of available well-known hotel properties has grown quite a bit over the last few years. One of our favorite hotels is Kinship Landing. Each room is unique and they have some interesting options, including a “camping room” that provides a Colorado Glamping experience. The following is a list of local hotels that we’ve heard good things about… Disclaimer: Listing a hotel here does not constitute a recommendation by us. These are hotels that we’re familiar with. We’ve stayed at a few, but it’s been a while. Your mileage may vary! Choose wisely!
Kinship Landing 415 N. Nevada Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80903 – website
Hyatt House – Colorado Springs Airport 2875 Zeppelin Road Colorado Springs, CO 80916 – website
Holiday Inn – Colorado Springs Airport – 1855 Aeroplaza Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80916 – website
MCM Elegante Suites 6450 N. Academy Blvd Colorado Springs, CO 80918 – website
Villa Motel at Manitou Springs 481 Manitou Avenue Manitou Springs, CO 80829 – website
