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

Inaba Friendship Aikido Intensive

Posted on by Beau Calvez

Inaba Sensei

All Aikidoka are welcome to join Calgary Aikikai at our first Inaba Friendship Aikido Intensive, July 19 and 20, 2019. This two-day event is a chance to dig deep into your training and share the mat with local dojos in a spirit of collaboration and friendship. Special emphasis will be given to training with jo and bokken, with a chance to train vigorously on various kata and basic movements. We’re excited to welcome senseis from across Calgary, with instructors from Big Rock Aikikai, Aikido Tanren Juku, Aikido Dai Etsu and Calgary Aikikai. Come prepared to sweat and smile!

See you on the mat.

FRI, July 19

Adults and Youths(14+)

SAT, July 20

Adults and Youths (14+)



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Inaba Intensive 2023 SUNDAY, JULY 16th, 2023

Posted on by Beau Calvez

Inaba Sensei

We are excited to bring back our one day Inaba Intensive. Come join us for an afternoon of aikido training taught in 45-minute increments by instructors from around Calgary! Optionally we’ll all head out for some dinner following the training.

Sunday, July 16th, 2023

Adults(14+)

$20 per person

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Congratulations Lee!

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2nd Kyu promotion for Lee Brandt
Andrew, Todd, Lee, and Chris

A big congratulations goes out for the successful promotion of Lee Brandt to second-kyu. At Calgary Aikikai the only belt you purchase is your white belt. It comes with your dogi when you start. The brown belt is property of the dojo and on loan. When you receive your black belt, it is a gift from the dojo. Congrats Lee and well earned.

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