Valley Aikido is a traditional martial arts dojo founded in 1985 with roots in the valley that date back to 1969. The art of Aikido was created in the early 20th century by Morihei Ueshiba or Osensei who said "To control aggression without inflicting injury is the Art of Peace." Valley Aikido is a member of the United States Aikido Federation through which we are affiliated with Aikido world headquarters in Japan.
Practicing Aikido provides many benefits for body, mind, and spirit-from increased balance, flexibility and strength, to improved awareness, concentration, and self confidence. We welcome students age five and up and offer classes six days a week. Dojo Members: In the interest of public health and safety, current vaccinated members are practicing at distance and with mandatory masks.
Practicing Aikido provides many benefits for body, mind, and spirit-from increased balance, flexibility and strength, to improved awareness, concentration, and self confidence. We welcome students age five and up and offer classes six days a week. Dojo Members: In the interest of public health and safety, current vaccinated members are practicing at distance and with mandatory masks.
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The members guide contains additional information not found on the website including dojo etiquette, what to wear, and more. Regular Membership includes unlimited practice in all basic and mixed-level classes, and any intermediate classes with instructor permission.
Valley Aikido offers new students a special introductory Beginner Series on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Generally, after two or three months students have gained a foundation of basic foot movement, techniques and falling and are ready to transition into regular membership.Although most adults start practicing in the Beginner Series, this is not a requirement.
Valley Aikido offers new students a special introductory Beginner Series on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Generally, after two or three months students have gained a foundation of basic foot movement, techniques and falling and are ready to transition into regular membership.Although most adults start practicing in the Beginner Series, this is not a requirement.
Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art practiced for self development and defense. The word Aikido means "the way of harmony with ki." Ki is hard to translate, but can be understood as breath power, spirit or universal life force. Morihei Ueshiba, or Osensei (great teacher) created Aikido in the early 1940s.
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Josh Knox
Dec 23, 2018
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Great community. led by fantastic teachers. Freedgood and Levitt sensei are highly skilled teachers of the adult classes and Lapalme Sensei does a great job leading the kids classes. The dojo is beautiful, with lots of natural light. Parking is easy and access is convenient. All in all a great place to learn the art of peace!
