40+ years
Life Achievement awards

Some of the people who received the 25+ years award

Upcoming overseas events

All international events are currently on hold

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Freedom & Responsibility

Recently the Aikio Journal published a very interesting interview with Yamada Shihan, who was commenting on aikido training both past and present. It is well worth reading!

https://aikidojournal.com/2022/07/11/yoshimitsu-yamada-on-freedom-and-responsibility/

Chemere Birkinsleigh has provided us with an extra illustration for the basic Sword Stances we use in Aiki Kai Australia. The new addition shows defensive jodan (as seen in the Go-no-ken movement). Most are familiar with the offensive position, the sword held high above the head, but the defensive position can be tricky, particularly when you have your left leg forward. That's the version we have on the amended page of illustrations.  MORE...

2022 Dan grade promotions & Kagamibiraki Appointments

View still images and illustrations of the various pins & grips we use

Also check out our videos on
5th & 4th Kyu grading techniques

Need Aikido training items?

Australia's only range of
AIKIDO UNIFORMS 
Available in both
premium & standard weave

We stock a full range of items to equip a new student with everything they need for Aikido training, at very reasonable prices.

Low-cost Uniform for Kids
NOW AVAILABLE

The Japanese martial art of Aikido is a comprehensive system of throwing, joint-locking and pinning techniques based on a philosophy of non-aggression.
It is not a sport.

HOW TO JOIN AIKIDO

Aikido has many physical and psychological benefits. The versatility of the art makes it ideal for students of all ages.

Aikido really does try to train without the over use of physical strength, which is the reason why males and females can work together equally.

When joining a martial school the student takes on a completely different attitude to exercise than if you were joining a gym.