I have been practicing here for over 30 years. I love this dojo! I've seen many people come and go over the years and it has been a joy to train with so many from so many walks of life. Yet despite the ebb and flow of students, the dojo has remained a steady and peaceful respite, doing what we've always done: Aikido.
D G (ConsumerGuru)
Jul 2025
This is without a doubt, The most elegant of all the martial arts. And this particular dojo has that spirit of elegant and thoughtful teaching. A couple who operate the place are warm skilled and dedicated to sharing their deep knowledge. Accordingly, it draws some fine practitioners. But don't worry, even the most Junior beginners would feel most welcome here
All the instructors are all fantastically patient and caring. The other students seem to also follow lead, and everyone is friendly yet focused. I have little to no martial arts experience and the instructors take the time to explain things thoroughly to the entire class, and one-on-one. There is a great sense of community, and a focus on developing the student's skills. These classes are not just about fitness or going through the motions, every class is non-stop learning. It's very different from the big chain martial arts classes. You'll learn WHY you do certain movements and how to adjust when what you do isn't quite right. Both my husband and I look forward to class and go nearly every day, hopefully we can get past our two left feet!
Juan Carlos Castano Carvajal
Mar 2023
excellent service and care
Ting-Ming Chen
Nov 2020
Great Dojo and great sensei. You will fall in love with the people.
Joel Santiago
Nov 2019
Effective teaching.
Mk Dc
Nov 2019
Friendly people and place to learn and practice aikido. Came to Jacksonville on business and left with new friends. It’s a journey.
Greg Hershberger
Nov 2018
Very family friendly dojo with ranges from beginner to black belt.
Chelsea Weiss
Nov 2017
I was very nervous about taking a class and being the newbie who didn't know what was going on so I was pleased when the instructed took the time to help me one on one! The students are all also very nice and helpful. The fact that there's no contract is also a nice bonus! I would definitely recommend this to someone looking to try a martial art.
ABPV
I have been practicing here for over 30 years. I love this dojo! I've seen many people come and go over the years and it has been a joy to train with so many from so many walks of life. Yet despite the ebb and flow of students, the dojo has remained a steady and peaceful respite, doing what we've always done: Aikido.
D G (ConsumerGuru)
This is without a doubt, The most elegant of all the martial arts. And this particular dojo has that spirit of elegant and thoughtful teaching. A couple who operate the place are warm skilled and dedicated to sharing their deep knowledge. Accordingly, it draws some fine practitioners. But don't worry, even the most Junior beginners would feel most welcome here
Stephen Jovanovic
Amazing place! Wonderful people! Highly recommended!!
Amber
All the instructors are all fantastically patient and caring. The other students seem to also follow lead, and everyone is friendly yet focused. I have little to no martial arts experience and the instructors take the time to explain things thoroughly to the entire class, and one-on-one. There is a great sense of community, and a focus on developing the student's skills. These classes are not just about fitness or going through the motions, every class is non-stop learning. It's very different from the big chain martial arts classes. You'll learn WHY you do certain movements and how to adjust when what you do isn't quite right. Both my husband and I look forward to class and go nearly every day, hopefully we can get past our two left feet!
Juan Carlos Castano Carvajal
excellent service and care
Ting-Ming Chen
Great Dojo and great sensei. You will fall in love with the people.
Joel Santiago
Effective teaching.
Mk Dc
Friendly people and place to learn and practice aikido. Came to Jacksonville on business and left with new friends. It’s a journey.
Greg Hershberger
Very family friendly dojo with ranges from beginner to black belt.
Chelsea Weiss
I was very nervous about taking a class and being the newbie who didn't know what was going on so I was pleased when the instructed took the time to help me one on one! The students are all also very nice and helpful. The fact that there's no contract is also a nice bonus! I would definitely recommend this to someone looking to try a martial art.