FreeĀ Class

Women's Self Defense

Get started building confidence and awareness. You'll gain knowledge about martial arts and get a good workout, all in a safe and supportive environment.

Space is limited. Reserve your spot!

2936 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005

Free parking 1/2 block away.

Confidence

Build your fitness level, meet new goals, learn new skills, and get tons of endorphins. Aikido training will give you unshakable confidence.

Awareness

One of the many benefits of martial arts training is a heightened sense of awareness. WithĀ heightenedĀ awareness, we have a better chance of not getting into dangerous situations in the first place.

Fitness

Martial arts is a high-aerobic workout that uses every muscle group in the body. Your stamina, muscle tone, flexibility, balance and strength will all improve.Ā Predators look for easy targets. Those who are most fit, exude an air of confidence, making them a less-than-ideal candidate for violence.

What people are saying...

"I've found Suzuki Sensei to be a very effective teacher and martial artist. She combines quality of communication, technical proficiency, and a sense of joy in her teaching and technique.

I am also very impressed with her drive and commitment to improving access to Aikido programs for youth, especially those who might otherwise not have the opportunity to receive the benefits of Aikido training."

CharlesĀ Colten

Director/Chief Instructor, Aikido in the Schools

"Lia Sensei spent years in Japan absorbing the essence of Aikido training and Japanese perseverance and grace from great teachers, and in turn she now transmits that depth of feeling to her students. Her fundraising and charitable works are exemplary, and she does lots with very little. She is admired from far and wide."

Nat McCully

Senior Engineering Manager, Adobe Systems Incorporated

"Lia Suzuki Sensei is a highly qualified teacher of Aikido. She is one of the senior women in the United States in the art. Her training history is top notch and her instruction is powerful, clear, and personable. Very professional."

George Ledyard

Chief Instructor, Aikido Eastside