Aishinkai 18201 76th Avenue West, Edmonds, WA 98026

Aishinkai is a health institution located at 18201 76th Avenue West, Edmonds, Washington, United States. Specializing in Japanese martial and cultural arts, Aishinkai offers classes in Iaidō, Aiki-ken, Aiki-Jō, Kyudō, Ki Development, Kiatsu, and Shodō. Led by Sensei Jonathan Bannister, who has been practicing and teaching these arts since 1980, Aishinkai is dedicated to promoting self-mastery in body, mind, and spirit. The institution's dojo in Edmonds is a private facility for members, but they also offer an open-to-the-public Introduction to Japanese Swordsmanship class on Thursday evenings at the Spartan Recreation Center in Shoreline. Visitors are welcome to observe, but participation requires registration with Shoreline Parks and Recreation. Aishinkai's training is suitable for all individuals, regardless of age, size, or gender, and aims to create personal and social harmony in a cooperative community. Members have access to additional topics such as Kyudo, Shodo, Ikebana, and Bonsai, by appointment only. Membership fees are required for participation, but introductory classes are open to the public. For more information or to schedule a visit, contact Aishinkai or attend their Thursday open practice session.