# Event Details - **Event Name**: International Aikido Seminar, Edinburgh, Scotland - Sensei Olivier Eberhardt - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 01 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm - **Event Description**: UPDATE - REGISTRATION ENDS ON SUNDAY WITH PAYMENT REQUIRED BY MONDAY 26TH. Iwama Ryu Aikido Scotland are pleased to announce the return of Olivier Eberhardt Sensei to teach a weekend seminar in the City of Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to those who are interested in traditional Iwama Ryu Aikido taught by a Shihan who has been travelling to Iwama every year to learn from the Saito family for over 30 years Who is Olivier Eberhardt? Olivier is a professional Aikido, Iaijutsu and sports teacher in Rennes, France where he teaches approx 120 students. He holds a 6th DAN in Aikido from Hitohira Saito Sensei under his IWAMA SHIN SHIN AÏKISHUREN KAÏ organisation and a 4th DAN in Iaijutsu from the TAMIYA RYU IAÏJUTSU school in Japan. He is also the technical representative for Saito Sensei in France. Olivier started Aikido in 1994 and has spent 30 years travelling to Iwama regularly to stay and train fulltime with the Saito Sensei and his family. Olivier also regularly teaches seminars around France & Europe and attends regular seminars with Hitohiro Saito Sensei and his son and successor Yasuhiro Saito Sensei. More information on Olivier below. https://www.oeberhardt.com/ https://www.dokan-rennes.fr/ https://www.facebook.com/dokanrennes Saito Sensei information https://iwamashinshinaikido.com/ https://www.facebook.com/iwamashinshinaikido Cost for Seminar - £75 for the weekend or £45 per day Payment details will be sent to those who have registered Training times 9am to 3pm - exact scheduled to be confirmed There will be an option for an evening meal - details will be sent to those who have registered Dojo address - The North Merchiston Club - : 48 Watson Cres, Edinburgh EH11 1EP Accommodation options - The dojo is situated in area where there are many hotels and bed and breakfasts within a 10-15 minute walking areas Some options https://ardmillan.topedinburghhotels.com/en/ https://www.martinsguesthouse.co.uk/?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiO8taQ49WPAxVSHgYAHYtPIEoQyK4DegUIAxCoAg https://www.visitscotland.com/info/accommodation/granville-guest-house-p757791 https://www.shouthotels.com/ivy-braveheart-guest-house/?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwimxKGT49WPAxXXGwYAHTayNSgQyK4DegUIAxCiAw The seminar is open to all schools\Ryu's - Please bring Bokken and Jo for Buki waza classes Registration link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCwU8LksftZY1Fv1r0D2rcPvtSH0TvzrVrHaDRnO8LIwFHhA/viewform Any questions please message me hear or via mobile number below Steff - 07425885023 - Steffmiller@yahoo.co.uk - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/international-aikido-seminar-edinburgh-scotland-sensei-olivier-eberhardt/200028866672707 - **Event Categories**: workshops, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 30 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCwU8LksftZY1Fv1r0D2rcPvtSH0TvzrVrHaDRnO8LIwFHhA/viewform?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=edinburgh-events ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: North Merchiston Club - **lat**: 55.9369909 - **long**: -3.2231365 - **full address**: North Merchiston Club, 48 Watson Crescent, Edinburgh, EH11 1EP, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: International Aikido Seminar, Edinburgh, Scotland - Sensei Olivier Eberhardt - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/ecf80c4a44fe396d1e99d1fd39e33f4a0e57d8ccd6d04e7a001bb4c58c03e6d2-rimg-w1080-h1533-dcfd5555-gmir?v=1769348504 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is International Aikido Seminar, Edinburgh, Scotland - Sensei Olivier Eberhardt being held? - **A:** International Aikido Seminar, Edinburgh, Scotland - Sensei Olivier Eberhardt takes place on Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 01 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm at North Merchiston Club, 48 Watson Crescent, Edinburgh, EH11 1EP, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** International Aikido Seminar, Edinburgh, Scotland - Sensei Olivier Eberhardt is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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