Baltimore Aikido is a Not for Profit School dedicated to the practice of Japanese martial arts.
We offer a no cost trial and two months of traning at a discount for new members.
Classes and seminars provide Aikido, Jodo, and Iaido training and also offer experience and study of Japanese culture, language, Shinto and Buddhist philosophies, and nonviolent communication.
A traditional Japanese policing art (as opposed to a battlefield art) which focuses on the use of a four foot long staff. Jodo includes the study of swordsmanship, and a number of other traditional Japanese weapons.
The class focuses on learning how to draw and cut with the Japanese sword. The techniques stem from the classical school of Mugai Ryu Iai Hyodo and are taught with the aim of helping the student develop strong body posture and smooth and effortless movement, combined with a calm and focused mind.
Baltimore Aikido is an all-volunteer 501(c)(8) nonprofit organization. Contributions to Baltimore Aikido support the operation and maintenance of the dojo.
Training with Baltimore Aikido is different from belonging to a gym. Baltimore Aikido offers a strong community based on the nature of our practice, social events, seminars and travel. By training, you become part of a worldwide group of practioners, seeking to better themselves and contribute to a more peaceful society.
Aikido practice can offer considerably more than physical training and lead to a life-long study that transforms how you learn, developing a growth mindset and attitude of receptivity.
Aikido is first a Budo. The essence of Budo is not the art of fighting but an art of personal refinement. These principles are the life blood of Shihan, Mster Instructor, Mitsugi Saotome. Saotome Shihan is the head instrucor of Aikido School of Ueshiba; Baltimore Aikido's parent organization.
Baltimore Aikido is a school dedicated to the practice of aikido, a Japanese martial art. Aikido is a form of functional training improving mind-body coordination.
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Baltimore Aikido is a member dojo of Aikido Schools of Ueshiba.
