Aikido Schools of Ueshiba Headquarters

Aikido Shobukan Dojo

合気道聖武館道場 | Washington, DC, USA

  • ANNOUNCEMENT: The Passing of Lewis Cuffy, 5th Dan, Aikido Shobukan Dojo

    We are deeply sad to announce the passing of Lewis Cuffy, Godan (5th Dan) in Aikido, on March 20, 2021. He was the Head Instructor of our exemplary Youth Program, a senior instructor of the adult classes, a pillar of Aikido Shobukan Dojo and a mentor to young and adults in our diverse Aikido Schools of Ueshiba community.

  • COVID-19

    In response to COVID-19 we regret to report the dojo will remain closed at least thru mid June. Please check back regularly and check your email for announcements.

  • Cherry Blossom Seminar is Canceled

    The Annual Cherry Blossom Festival meets the dojo’s Cherry Blossom Seminar. For beginners and advanced practitioners alike, this seminar is an intimate opportunity to practice with Saotome Sensei conducting keiko.

Programs

Our dojo offers two distinct programs for membership consisting of a Adults and Children & Teen Programs. Each program is lead by a team of instructors and supported by membership, of which support the dojo’s mission and operating and maintenance…

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COVID-19

In response to COVID-19 we regret to report the dojo will remain closed at least thru mid June. Please check back regularly and check your email for announcements.

Adult Program

The Adult Program at the dojo is complete with morning, mid-morning, evening, and weekend practice sessions. With access to approximately 80-100 sessions per month, we are passionate about the art and its benefits for daily life. Intensity will vary based on focus, weather, and member attendance.

Youth Program

Our youth program for children and teens runs during the school year and offers a great program for physical activity, discipline, structure, and setting the foundation for martial arts practice and Aikido.

Visitors Program & Mat Fees

The dojo welcomes members of other dojo and martial arts. We offer daily mat fees for visiting and request an additional fee when we are hosting Saotome, Shihan.

Seminars

Aikido Shobukan Dojo is a premier dojo for Aikido keiko in North America, and hosts seminars throughout the year to offer aikido practitioners (“aikidoka”) opportunities for extended and more intensive training with senior Aikido Schools of Ueshiba (“ASU”) instructors. On occasions we will host visitors and special instructors for seminars to augment training programs. All our seminars are open to all aikidoka regardless of affiliation. Some seminars and events have special sites of their own, where registration is handled separately.

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