Aikido in Manchester,
Connecticut

THE ART OF CONNECTION,
BALANCE AND MOVEMENT

Teaching the Japanese martial art of aikido since 1994

Thinking about your first class?

Aikido practice at the Greater Hartford Aikikai

More than a martial art

The Greater Hartford Aikikai is a welcoming community dedicated to the study and practice of aikido. Techniques rely on relaxed energy projected from the rotation of the hips rather than on strength, which is why people of very different sizes and ages train together on the same mat.

We have taught here since 1994, and every class is open to beginners. Come and watch one, or step on the mat the same day.

ABOUT OUR DOJO

AIKIDO

A Japanese martial art of blending with an attack rather than meeting it head on. Aikido teaches harmony, balance and respect — on the mat and off it.

WHERE IT CAME FROM

BEGIN YOUR PRACTICE

No experience necessary. Open to adults and students age 15 and up, at every level of fitness and ability.

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TRAIN WITH US

Three classes a week, Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings, at the Academy of Martial Arts in Manchester.

SCHEDULE & TUITION

Joining the dojo

Classes are open to men and women age 15 and up. No martial arts experience is needed, and no one is expected to be fit or flexible before starting.

If you are not ready to become a member, the mat fee lets you take any class and covers every class that day. Loose workout clothes are fine for your first few practices.

Tuesday
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Thursday
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

What it costs

Monthly membership runs from $50 to $100 depending on how often you train, with reduced rates for students aged 15 to 17 and for Academy of Martial Arts members.

Not ready to join? Inquire about a trial class today.

Visitors from other dojos are welcome to train. Mat fee of $20.

FULL SCHEDULE & TUITION

Ask us about a class

Send a note and we will reply with the next class that suits you. There is no obligation, and we will not add you to any list.

You can also call 860-256-5347 or write to shimotengu@icloud.com.

Visit the dojo

Greater Hartford Aikikai
at the Academy of Martial Arts
1404 Tolland Turnpike
Manchester, CT 06042
860-256-5347
shimotengu@icloud.com

Come and watch any class and talk with the instructors and students afterward.

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The essence of aikido is to harmonize with the spirit of the universe.
O SENSEI, MORIHEI UESHIBA