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Capital Aikikai
Capital Aikikai, located in Silver Spring, MD, has been a cornerstone for Aikido training in the Washington DC area since 1973, under the guidance of founder Clyde Takeguchi Shihan and head instructor William Plank. Affiliated with the Capital Aikido Federation and the Aikikai Foundation in Tokyo, it offers a welcoming environment for practitioners of all levels, including visitors with no prior martial arts experience.
Emphasizing the principles of harmony and self-defense, Aikido at Capital Aikikai focuses on blending with an opponent's energy rather than competing against it. The dojo also hosts other martial arts groups, enriching the community by promoting a varied tradition of Japanese martial arts and fostering personal growth through disciplined practice. Generated from the website