Eugene Aikikai

Eugene Aikikai is a dojo that develops quality Aikido through enjoyable and whole-hearted practice. It aims to support each student in developing continually as a human being. The dojo teaches Aikido, Zazen, and Iaido, which are martial arts that promote mental self-control, physical flexibility, endurance, and vigor. Zazen is a form of Zen meditation that informs Aikido training, and Iaido is a sword art that develops focused yet relaxed concentration. The dojo is a place of sanctuary where community members can share in deepening sensitivity, awareness, compassion, and resiliency, and relinquish ego to illuminate a more whole way of knowing.