Welcome to Aikido Yoshinkai Ottawa
LIVE STRONG
Authentic Yoshinkan Style Aikido
About Us
Aikido Yoshinkai Ottawa (AYO) provides expert instruction in Yoshinkan Aikido: A style of Aikido recognized for its unique structured approach to learning, and its strong emphasis on effective techniques. It is the style of Aikido taught to Japan’s elite police forces.
Aikido Yoshinkai Ottawa was founded in 1993, and is a member school of Aikido Yoshinkai Canada, a network of dojos dedicated to the teaching of authentic Yoshinkan style Aikido. All of our instructors are Japan-certified through the Aikido Yoshinkai Foundation in Tokyo.
Step Into Change
Yoshinkan Aikido is a non-competitive martial art. We train to strengthen body, mind, and spirit through the correct practice of Japanese self-defence techniques. We believe that consistent, mindful practice is the key to developing deep skill and self-mastery.
Our chief instructor, Hans de Groot Sensei (5th Dan) has been practicing Yoshinkan Aikido for over thirth years. He is a student of Takeshi Kimeda Shihan (9th Dan), the most senior teacher in the Yoshinkan system in the entire the world.
Start Your Journey
We are here to support your progress by providing a friendly and respectful training environment.
We train on the second floor of the Takahashi Dojo. Drop by to watch or try a class. We offer discounted fees for full-time students. Your first week of classes is free.
Contact:
613-612-6882