Reviews for Aikido Self-Defense and Kickboxing

Nov 2023

Great martial art school with focus on individual approach to students, helping each one perfect the technique with lots of encouragement! Friendly atmosphere and spacious dojo with not-crowded classes put this school above the rest for us.
Aug 2023

I have been coming to this dojo and training under Sensei Novik since 2018, and it has been a series of rewarding experiences. The atmosphere is friendly, and energetic, and there are so many classes that it's really easy to find time to attend. Sensei Novik is very good at breaking down complicated techniques into easy to understand language and analogies. During the COVID-19 Pandemic he started offering classes over Zoom for free to help his students stay active and engaged with Aikido. I made it to brown belt before I had to move, but I would have stayed till black belt and beyond if I had had the opportunity. He also seriously cares about his students. I highly...read full review
May 2023

Let me begin this review with the following statement based on my son's 11 years of training in Aikido with this dojo, both old and new. This is truly an excellent dojo, under new leadership (Sensei Novik) since 2018, with an empathetic, skilled head Sensei who truly cares about all his students' needs. Sensei Novik has fostered a trusting environment in the dojo, one of warmth, safety, focus, and clear self-defense instruction. I recognize and acknowledge that people did not always agree with or get along with the previous Owner/Sensei's affect or "old school" approach, regardless of how well-intentioned. Sensei Novik should not be judged on "ancient history," as his...read full review

From Aikido Self-Defense and Kickboxing

Our classes include the practice of Aikido combined with elements of kickboxing and strength & conditioning exercises. Our instructors teach Aikido movements, which generally do not rely on strength, therefore making it practical for women, men, and youth of all sizes and abilities. The kickboxing and strength & conditioning training is focused on improving of students overall cardio, power and striking technique. We offer classes for kids and adults. Children will learn all the life skill benefits that are taught at our school, as well as physical self defense techniques to deal with bullies and the self-confidence to deal with peer pressure.

Hours

Monday: ClosedTuesday: 5:45 - 8:15PM
Wednesday: 5 - 8:15PM
Thursday: 5:45 - 9:30PM
Friday: 5 - 8:15PM
Saturday: 9:45AM - 1:15PM
Sunday: 8:50AM - 1:15PM

Tips

1:1 sessions available good for kids private lot parking gender-neutral restrooms open to all bike parking

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