Aikido for kids

Kids love aikido

Our children’s classes are for ages 6 and up. Kids 13 and older may start aikido in the adult class, depending on their maturity level. Emphasis is on good discipline and healthy attitude while enjoying a fun and rigorous practice. Drop by any of our children’s classes to watch or participate. Find out more

Aikido for adults

Aikido is fun

Our adult classes focus on proper technique and mental focus as well as overall fitness and flexibility. Calgary Aikikai welcomes persons of any age, gender or ability. New students may come and watch any class, and may also participate in up to four classes free of charge to see how they like it.

Calgary Aikikai

Aikido is fun

Since 1980, Calgary Aikikai has trained hundreds of students in this martial art that is both a practical self-defence and form of creative movement. We believe that the best way to learn is through enjoyable and spirited practice, with an emphasis on traditional techniques.

On the mat

Summer One-Day Aikido Intensive

Posted on by Beau Calvez

Please join us for a special one day intensive on Sunday, August 23rd. This event is a great opportunity to learn, connect with other members of the Aikido community in Calgary, and have a great afternoon of training. Taught by local instructors at Calgary Aikikai, the day runs through a full schedule of training sessions with breaks built in, finishing up with a group dinner out following the intensive. Open to all, we hope to see you on the mat.

August 23rd, 2026

Adults and Youths(14+)

Schedule

  • 12:30 – Arrival and setup
  • 1:00 – Warm up
  • 1:20 – Training sessions (3 x 50 mins)
  • 3:50 – Break, 20 mins
  • 4:10 – Warm up
  • 4:20 – Training sessions (2 x 50 mins)
  • 6:00 – Done
  • 6:30 – Out and dinner!

Cost Youth: $15, Adults: $20

Registration and Details

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Spring Aikido Seminar with Michael Friedl Shihan

Posted on by Beau Calvez

Friedl Shihan


We’re excited to announce an upcoming seminar with Michael Friedl Shihan (7th Dan), Chief Instructor of Aikido of Ashland in Ashland, Oregon and Division 2 Head of the California Aikido Association.

This is a wonderful opportunity to train with one of North America’s most respected aikido instructors. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned practitioner, Friedl Shihan’s teaching is not to be missed.

Details including dates, pricing, and registration are available at the seminar site:

seminars.calgaryaikikai.com

See you on the mat!

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Congratulations Chris and Andrew!

Posted on by Arran Fisher

Today, Chris Hayward was presented with his 6 Dan promotion certificate and Andrew Barron received his 5 Dan certificate last week. Congratulations to them both for these milestones.

Chris has been a major contributor to the continued success of the dojo as an instructor, Technical Coordinator and Dojo-cho and former President of the Calgary Aikikai Board. His is the first 6 Dan promotion at Calgary Aikikai since Inaba Sensei’s, many years ago.

Andrew has been an instructor for many years and a long time member of the Board and Technical Committee.

Calgary Aikikai wouldn’t be the same without these two fine individuals and we couldn’t be happier for them!

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