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
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
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.
We are pleased to welcome back Ryuji Shirakawa Sensei of Sendai, Japan this October for another exciting aikido seminar. This three day event is scheduled for Friday, October 9th to Sunday, October 11th. Please join us on the mat this Thanksgiving weekend.
Congratulations go out to Atsuko Boyd and Julian Hong for being awarded the rank of shodan and to Takashi Kobayashi and Oscar Martinez for achieving the rank of sandan. Your dedication and discipline were visible to all.
Our thanks go out Igarashi Sensei for coming to see us last month. We always have a lot to think about after he visits. Thank you sensei.
We’d also like to thank all the people that participated in the seminar. Without the support of these individuals we wouldn’t be able to host such excellent opportunities to learn from such great teachers. It also helps that you’re all awesome!
Above you’ll find some of photographs of the event taken by our resident photographers Andrew Barron and Chris Hayward.
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