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We teach Aikido in both our kids and adults programs. 

Aikido is a grappling and throwing art, much like Judo and traditional, Japanese Jiujitsu where the strategy employs the martial system of throws, locks and submission pins to neutralize an opponent.  The strategy is to use your opponents direction of force, creat advantageous angles and apply well-timed leverage in order to get them off their feet as quickly as possible.  While many Aikido schools focus more on their form than the function of the grappling/throwing systems, our school's focus is on those practical systems through advancing traditional conepts.

Yes, we offer 2 trial classes for $20 for both our kids and adults program.

Our kids classes range from 3 - 13 and our adult classes are for 14 years and above.

Aikido is GREAT for kids!  Kids grow very quickly both physically and mentally.  Aikido helps train the kids in both aspects as it demands acute awareness and control over one's body helping to develop good balance, coordination and a solid understanding of our physical/dynamic environment. It is also highly analytical and social helping to develop problem solving, critical thinking and communication skills.

Absolutely not!  One of the best things about our school, is that you are able to take advantage of all the benefits our martial art offers, regardless of your age.  Many of our long-term students and instructors are just as old as you!

Our school is unique in that we are able to meet most people where they are at in their physical fitness when they begin training with us.  All of our students grow in strength, flexibility and endurance over time and many have eliminated chronic pain or the hold-backs of old injuries by training in Aikido.

You can register for our trial classes on this website on either the kids or the adults pages or you can call us at 202-629-2560.