Our dojo founder

Mark Hatfield, 4th dan

Biography

Mark started learning Kokikai-ryu Aikido at Princeton University in New Jersey, USA in 1990. He majored in Japanese studies, and after graduation he spent over 5 years living and working in Japan. While there he trained with Shuji Maruyama sensei, the founder and president of Kokikai Aikido International.

Mark has taught in Nagoya, Japan, as well as Sydney and Brisbane. He was promoted to 4th dan in October 2009.

Mark opened the Bullockhead Creek Dojo in early 2010, with the assistance of Myriam Raymond.

2011 Flood Journal - a few entries from my personal journal

Wall of Fame - my recognition of members who exemplify the Way of Service

Mark has now relocated to his home in the U.S.A.