Aikido in Cebu - Sacred Heart Aikido Center Cebu

21/08/2026

Step by step, technique by technique. 🥋

Our SHACC seniors and instructors demonstrate Iriminage for the NTC/NSA lady cadets of UCLM during one of their Aikido training sessions.

Aikido is not just about technique—it’s about balance, control, discipline, and connection.

19/08/2026

[MILESTONE] NSA & FFA Complete 3-City Nationwide Aikido Rollout!

The Norwegian Training Center / Norwegian Shipowners’ Association (NSA) and the Filipino Federation of Aikido (FFA) have officially completed the multi-city launch of the specialized Aikido Training Program across Batangas (Lyceum International Maritime Academy - LIMA/ Makati Aikido Club), Cebu (UCLM / SHACC - Sacred Heart Aikido Center Cebu), and Davao (Kannagara Dojo)!

Demonstrating strong executive commitment, NSA Cadet Manager Larry Gonzales and his team personally visited all three sites to launch the cycle and engage directly with the cadets.

All three regional hubs are led by instructors internationally recognized by Aikido Hombu Dojo (Tokyo, Japan) through the FFA network.

The curriculum focuses on physical resilience, self-defense, and professional boundary-setting to empower female cadets stepping into international maritime careers.

Special thanks to the leadership of Makati Aikido Club, SHACC - Sacred Heart Aikido Center Cebu, and Kannagara Dojo Davao for driving technical excellence on the mats nationwide! 🇵🇭🇯🇵✨

17/08/2026

Ikkyo in Action 🥋

The NTC/NSA lady cadets at UCLM continue their Aikido training with SHACC, learning the fundamentals of Ikkyo—one of Aikido’s essential techniques.

With every movement, the cadets develop better balance, coordination, timing, and control. Step by step, technique by technique, they’re building confidence both on and off the mat.

16/08/2026

Day 3 of Aikido Training with the NTC/NSA lady cadets at UCLM! 🥋

The progress is becoming more evident as the cadets gain confidence, improve their movement, and become more familiar with the principles of Aikido. Under SHACC’s guidance, they worked on the fundamentals of Ikkyo and Iriminage, two essential techniques that develop proper movement, timing, control, and balance.

Step by step, technique by technique, they’re getting better. 💪

Keep training, ladies! 🥋

11/08/2026

🥋 OUR AIKIDOKAS IN ACTION

Strength, discipline, technique, and spirit in motion. 🥋🔥

Take a look back at this highlight reel featuring the aikidokas of Sacred Heart Aikido Center Cebu as they demonstrated basic and advanced Aikido techniques during the relaunching of the Aikido Training Program for NSA/NTC Lady Cadets at the University of Cebu–Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UCLM) last Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

From fundamentals to advanced techniques, every movement reflects the discipline, precision, and continuous pursuit of improvement that define the art of Aikido. 💪🥋

09/08/2026

🥋 TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS!

What a great session with the lady cadets of University of Cebu -NSA at UCLM last Friday!

Energy, discipline, teamwork, and plenty of learning on the mat. 💪

Thank you for training with us! Keep moving, keep learning, and keep growing. 🥋🔥

07/08/2026

🥋 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗧: 𝗔𝗜𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗢 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗 𝗔𝗧 𝗨𝗖𝗟𝗠

Day 1 of the relaunch of the Aikido Training Program for the NSA/NTC lady cadets at the University of Cebu–Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UCLM) yesterday kicked off with a focused session on the fundamentals of Aikido.

Under the guidance of Benson Sensei, the cadets went back to the basics—learning and practicing Tai Sabaki (body movement), Ukemi (safe falling and rolling), and basic escape and evade techniques.

More than just physical techniques, Aikido teaches awareness, balance, discipline, and the ability to respond calmly and effectively under pressure.

A strong first day—and a great start to the cadets’ Aikido journey. Train well, stay grounded, and keep moving forward. 🥋

06/08/2026

A new chapter begins. 🥋

Here's a look at the relaunch of the NTC/NSA Aikido Training Program at the University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UCLM), where future maritime professionals take their first steps in learning discipline, awareness, and practical self-defense through Aikido.

We're grateful to the Norwegian Training Center / Norwegian Shipowners' Association and the University of Cebu Lapulapu and Mandaue campus for the opportunity to continue this meaningful partnership. Here's to another year of learning, growth, and stronger cadets—on and off the mat.

05/08/2026

Here's the news segment from DotTv Nationwide featuring last Tuesday's relaunch of the Aikido training program for NTC/NSA cadettes at the University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UCLM) campus.

Our sincere thanks to DotTV Nationwide for covering and helping promote this meaningful initiative. We truly appreciate your support in showcasing the value of Aikido training for our future maritime professionals.

UCLM Cadets Train in Aikido Through Norwegian Shipowners’ Associati...

05/08/2026

The Norwegian Training Center / Norwegian Shipowners' Association (NTC/NSA) officially relaunched its Aikido training program for cadets at the University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UCLM) campus on Tuesday evening, Aug. 4, 2026.

The program is made possible through the partnership of NTC/NSA, the Filipino Federation of Aikido (FFA), with Sacred Heart Aikido Center Cebu (SHACC) serving as the federation's official training provider in Cebu, and UCLM.

Designed to help prepare future seafarers for the demands of the maritime industry, the training places special emphasis on building confidence, discipline, situational awareness, and practical self-defense skills—particularly among women cadets.

During the relaunch, SHACC members led by Benson Rafanan Sensei demonstrated the fundamental Aikido techniques that the cadets will learn throughout the year. They also showcased advanced techniques and ukemi (safe falling methods) to give the cadets a glimpse of what can be achieved through consistent training and dedication.

We extend our sincere gratitude to NTC/NSA for once again placing its trust in the FFA and SHACC to help develop not only capable cadets, but also disciplined, resilient, and future-ready maritime professionals.

Special thanks to Mr. Larry Gonzales, NSA Cadet Manager; Ms. Nova Erika Mae Ramos-Modelo, NSA Cadet and Documentation Officer; Engr. Jemmalyn Quiapo, NSA Training and Development Officer; and Ms. Rosalie Mongcal, UCLM-NSA Admin Coordinator, for their administrative leadership and executive backing.

We look forward to another year of empowering cadets through Aikido—instilling discipline, resilience, and the mindset needed to thrive both at sea and in life.