A LIFETIME OF
PRACTICE. A GLOBAL
COMMUNITY.
Daniel Brasse Sensei is the founder and chief instructor of Aikido By the Bay in California. His Aikido journey spans more than three decades, including extensive periods of training in Iwama, Japan.
His practice has been deeply influenced by Morihiro Saito Sensei, Hitohiro Saito Sensei, Inagaki Sensei and other senior teachers, and by years devoted to the relationship between taijutsu, weapons and the principles underlying both.
Daniel has taught seminars and workshops in the United States, Australia, Switzerland, Mauritius and Brazil, sharing an approach grounded in traditional Iwama pedagogy while emphasizing clear principles, practical training and a deep respect for Aikido's heritage.
He welcomes opportunities to train and exchange with Aikido communities around the world.
Aikido connects us across cultures, languages and borders. On the mat we share the same purpose—to practice, to learn and to grow together.
A GLOBAL AIKIDO FAMILY
TRADITION. INTEGRATION. UNDERSTANDING.
TAIJUTSU & PRINCIPLES
Clear fundamentals, solid structure
and adaptable Aikido.
BUKIWAZA
Ken, jo and taijutsu — one body,
one principle.
INTEGRATION
Connecting taijutsu, weapons and principles
for a deeper practice.
FLEXIBLE FORMATS FOR YOUR DOJO
Seminars can be tailored to the needs of your group, from large
weekend events
to focused intensives or instructor development.
WEEKEND SEMINAR
Traditional format, open to all levels. Taijutsu, weapons and principle-based training.
IWAMA INTENSIVE
A deeper dive into weapons, taijutsu and the relationship between them.
INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT
For dojo-cho, instructors and senior practitioners. Teaching methodology, principles and preserving the legacy.
REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE • REAL WORLD RESULTS
CORPORATE LEADERSHIP
Former Senior Project Manager
Genentech
EXECUTIVE PROTECTION
International Security
& Risk Management
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Training in Conflict Resolution
& Officer Safety
INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR
Australia • Mauritius
USA • Europe • Brazil