Happy New Year, 2021: Message from Director, Lia Suzuki Sensei
"During the pandemic, my classes have been attended by students from the Netherlands, Germany, Taiwan, Japan, France, the USA, United Kingdom, Mexico, Iran, Lebanon, and other countries. Many of them train in different Aikido styles and belong to different...
✳ The Kids of Aikido Kenkyukai: Kai T.
"I like learning about [Aikido], and it’s cool learning about it. There’s a lot of stuff that I still don’t know about Aikido." Kai, 5 Student Los Angeles, CA, USA Kai began Aikido when he was 4 years old at AKI Los Angeles. When we're not permitted to have in-person...
Teens Perspective: Why I continue training – Kevin Coronado
"I continue Aikido because it's fun now that I've gotten used to the training. I feel weird if I don't keep doing it now. The benefits of training Aikido for me is good exercise and defense skills. Aikido is something I should stay with, and a part of me." ...
⏺ The 7 Most Important Points to Consider When Choosing Livestreaming Aikido Training
The 7 Most Important Points to Consider When Choosing live streaming martial arts training You are about to make an important decision. How do you make sure you are making the right decision? Martial art styles and affiliations should not be treated like brand names....
PRESS RELEASE: IMMEDIATE: Fundraiser March 21 – The Art of Peace in Los Angeles
Diana Zion Donovan Chris Coats Michael Calacino Aikido Dojo In Search of New Home FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aikido Kenkyukai International USA (“AKI USA”), a premiere nonprofit Aikido organization headquartered in Los Angeles, will be holding a...
Teens Leadership Team: The Fun In Aikido
"Being a Teens Leadership Team member has changed my life for the better as I am now more respectful to everyday people. Everyday I look forward to train harder than the day before while having fun. Having a part in the children's classes has taught me how to be a...
❇ The People of Aikido Kenkyukai: Jordan Carlson & Andrew Chen
By Jessica Mendoza “Aikido speaks to us both,” Andrew says. “For her it’s the spiritual side, for me it’s the physical side.” Jordan Carlson first learned about aikido through acting. A theater major at the Miami University of Ohio, she recalls attending a workshop on...
New “Soto Deshi”, Martin Weber
"My aim is to concentrate for a while only on Aikido and find a deeper connection to it. I am sure that I will leave Suzuki Sensei's future classes the same way I Ieft the last ones: sweating and smiling."Name: Martin WeberAge: 28Position: Soto DeshiCountry: GermanyI...