Best self defense class I've been to. I started in this school when I was 16, and it helped me, over the years, be disciplined in talking to people and how to disarm people with guns, knives,...
Aikido Institute of San Francisco
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Aikido Institute of San Francisco, founded in June 1999 by Gloria E. Nomura, is dedicated to teaching and developing Aikido, a non-violent martial art rooted in harmony and spiritual cultivation. The dojo is affiliated with Birankai International and offers a curriculum that includes Aikido, Iaido, and classical Japanese weapons training, fostering both physical and mental well-being among its students.
Under the guidance of experienced instructors, including Nomura Sensei, who is the first woman promoted to Shihan in North America and Europe, the institute emphasizes respect, discipline, and the application of Aikido principles to daily life. The training environment promotes cooperation, non-competition, and the development of strong body movements, enriching the practice for both adults and children.
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The Aikido Institute is an amazing place to practice aikido. The dojo is a great community centered around learning in a safe and dedicated environment. The senseis are of high levels and the...
The Aikido Institute of San Francisco is a great family dojo. The instructors are kind and patient when teaching. The scale the type and level of teaching to fit the age and level of the...
I have been training at this dojo for many years and it always feels like home. Over the years many different faces have passed through the door but there is always a sense of community and...
I learned Iaido at this dojo. The dojo is an amazing place to practice not only aikido but iaido as well. The instructors are very helpful and will make you feel comfortable as you learn the...



