Aikido Academy Los Angeles

"Great experience so far! Instructor and members are super kind and friendly, it makes taking classes a real pleasure I am really enjoying aikido training and techniques highly recommend it for anyone that wants to get into shape, and challenge themselves mentally and physically"

"My husband goes here and introduced me to everyone in the dojo. Everyone is kind and really dedicated to their martial art. His teacher always has the best jokes and his humor makes hanging out better! He always has a professional approach to his students while teaching, and makes me feel welcome even when I’m just watching the class."

"Joining Aikido Academy Los Angeles is one of the best things I've ever done in my life! I was looking for something to stay fit and healthy but also for something new and interesting beyond the gym and other common activities and sports. I was fortunate to have walked into this dojo one day, met Sensei Jacyna, and was invited to participate in a class. I was already fit but this class was challenging in new and exciting ways both physically and mentally. It was a very inviting and generous atmosphere for a beginner but at the same time I noticed how serious Sensei and the higher grades were about their own training. I jumped at the opportunity to join the dojo and didn't realize at the time that this would start a lifetime martial arts journey. If you want to train Aikido or like the idea of training a traditional Japanese martial art -- then this is the place to be! What's not to love about walking in the footsteps of Samurai warriors of the past as you learn sword, staff, and unarmed techniques taught in a traditional Japanese style. Sensei has 30+ years of Aikido experience and not only brings that to the mat but is the author of the Explore Aikido books. There's so much to learn and practice here no matter what you're looking for (beginners and veterans alike). Sensei Jacyna is one of those rare finds and someone to look out for on the world stage of Aikido."

"What an amazing place! No matter if you’ve never done aikido before or you’ve done in for a long time, Aikido Academy Los Angeles is an amazing place where everyone can learn and open their minds. From every class you will get not only a good workout and stretching but also a helpful life lesson! Teacher always pay attention to everyone in the class and adjust level and complexity of the class to perfectly fit the students so everyone can learn! For almost 4 years I’ve been attending it’s been a pleasure to go there 2-3 times a week!"

"This is a very welcoming dojo with a highly knowledgeable founder and lead instructor. All instructors are wonderful to work with. We take to the mat with rolls, grips, and throws, as well as weapons training with bokken and jo. Inviting international group."