About Us

Aikido Yoshinkai Ottawa (AYO) provides world class instruction in Yoshinkan Aikido: A style of Aikido recognized for its unique structured approach to learning, and its emphasis on effective techniques.

Aikido Yoshinkai Ottawa was founded in 1993, and is a member school of Aikido Yoshinkai Canada. 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. The purpose of training is to foster mental and physical development through practice of authentic Japanese self-defence techniques. The concept of hyakuren jitoku means that consistent, mindful practice is the key to developing deep skill and self-mastery.

AYO students 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 training is free.

Start Your Journey

Our mission is to facilitate your progress by providing a respectful and judgement-free training environment. Aggressive behaviour is not tolerated.

Our chief instructor, Hans de Groot (5th Dan) is a student of Takeshi Kimeda Shihan (9th Dan), the world’s most senior Yoshinkan Aikido instructor. He has been practicing Yoshinkan Aikido for over thirty years, and Japanese martial arts for nearly 40 years.

Contact:

613-612-6882

hpdegroot@gmail.com