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.

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Introduce a friend to aikido

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Bring a friend to aikido
Bring a friend to aikido

At , bring a friend on the mat to see what you’ve been up to. Expect a fun-filled class where you can train with your buddy and introduce them to aikido in a low-pressure environment. No fee required.

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Robert Kubo Sensei

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Kubo Sensei

It is with great sadness that we have learned of the passing, after a prolonged illness, of a great sensei and friend of Calgary Aikikai, Robert Kubo Shihan 8th Dan of Honolulu Hawaii.

Kubo Sensei was one of the “Three Amigos” which was composed of he, Inaba Sensei, our dojo’s founder and Igarashi Sensei our Shihan. Great friends, as well as aikido masters, they always had a sparkle in their eyes when they were together. This spirit was reflected in their passion for their art and life.

Kubo Sensei always brought both his personal insights and sense of joy and humour to his visits to Calgary for seminars. From Kubo Sensei’s experience working with prison employees we were tutored in the use of his “mini baton” which was both enlightening and at times, if used to it’s full potential, painful.

Sensei will be missed but never forgotten in Calgary. Our best wishes go out to his family and friends as we celebrate his life in our thoughts and prayers.

Kubo Sensei’s Obituary.

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Summer Aikido SeminarJuly 8th to 10th, 2016

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This July we welcome back seventh-dan K. Igarashi Shihan of Tokyo, Japan. Sensei will be visiting us from July 8th to 10th, 2016. All are welcome to come train and learn with this master sensei who has been teaching aikido to adults and children for over 42 years.

Registration for adults is now open!

FRI, July 8th

Adults (14+)

SAT, July 9

Adults (14+)

 

SUN, July 10

Adults (14+)

  • All days Students: $100, Adults: $140

  • Friday Students: $25, Adults: $40

  • Saturday Students: $60, Adults: $70

  • Sunday Students: $40, Adults: $60

See you on the mat in July.

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