Covid Status Update

In the Dojo Volume 2 Issue 4

By Josh Paul Sensei, AOSB head instructor

Here’s the short version of Aikido of South Brooklyn’s current status: we still exist! The fuller story is that thanks to the dedication, commitment, and generosity of our members and their families, we still exist.

Although the dojo has been closed since March 15, many members have continued to pay dues, and some inactive members have even offered to make contributions. The net result is that while we are existing at a small deficit, it is a deficit that does not yet threaten our existence. Therefore, we are hard at work cleaning and sanitizing in preparation for the resumption of classes.

The New York State on PAUSE initiative—the stay-at-home and physical distancing protocols we are (or should be) currently practicing—are now in effect until April 29, 2020. News reports and statistics from this past week indicate that these protocols may be slowing the spread of COVID-19 in New York State. It has been suggested that “non-essential” businesses may begin reopening in May 2020. Read more…