Newport Beach Aikikai Aikido 2018 Quail Street, Newport Beach, CA 92660

"Newport Beach Aikikai Aikido is a true gem. My two boys (6 and 7) just completed the summer camp. The kindness and expert guidance in this beautiful craft was top notch. They were patient when they needed to be and direct when needed. After only one week my boys hold their heads hirer and take more responsibility. I can’t speak highly enough for this family run business, husband and wife make such a good team. Stop searching this is the perfect environment for ALL kids."

"I have joined the dojo 5 years ago in 2017. My daughter started a couple of years later. We couldn't be happier here. Sensei Pennewaert is a dedicated teacher. He teaches or co-teaches almost every single class, which means that every single student, child and adult, gets Sensei Pennewaert's personal attention on a regular basis. Sensei Pennewaert is focused on safety and on making sure everyone knows fundamentals. He has a unique ability to keep track of all students' movements during the class and make corrections when he thinks it is appropriate. Sensei Pennewaert loves all aspects of Aikido and it shows in his teaching of the art. The dojo has a very warm feeling around it. Sensei Pennewaert knows every student (and their parents if they are kids) personally. Lots of family members (like me and my daughter) are students in the dojo. At the end of each class I feel better: more energetic, more focused, and less stressed. Classes at Newport Beach Aikikai Aikido are great for the body and the mind."

"My daughter started going to this dojo last April. She attends the kids class and enjoys it. I love how Sensei and Ms. Charn not only teach the kids the techniques of Aikido but also teaches them discipline and how to respect one another. They make the classes for kids fun so that the kids do not get bored. I think every parent should enroll their kids to Aikido because this is one after school activity that will actually be useful for them as they get older."

"I'd been a member of three dojos in Montreal, Berkeley and Edmonton before I got my black belt at age 57 in 2002. Then I made the mistake of dropping out. Sensei Pennewaert and the team of senior black belts at Newort Beach Aikikai have welcomed me back into the fold with the perfect blend of discipline and compassion. I recommend him and the dojo to other errant aikidoka like myself, but also to the young and other beginners, as well as anyone who wants to learn or practice traditional aikido."

"I have been at this dojo since 2016 and find it to be very special for many reasons. There's is an easy and happy atmosphere about it which is always welcoming. Gentil Pennewaert Shihan is a very caring 2nd generation instructor who has put his heart and soul into building a quality place to teach traditional Aikido. He is there literally 7 days a week, and teaches every single class that is offered. Aikido is a very special marshal art and finding the right dojo is important. I sincerely recommend this dojo and suggest that you at least join us for a trial class or seminar."