Martial Arts

Not your typical aikido club in Calgary. Calgary Rakushinkan offers traditional Japanese martial arts training, where you practice aikido alongside sword arts like Ono-ha Itto Ryu kenjutsu and iaido, as well as classical jujutsu. Great place for beginners looking for structured martial arts classes in Calgary — small classes and a very welcoming environment.

I recently had the opportunity to attend the jo nage seminar at Castle Rock Aikido with Joel Nakamura-sensei. The industrial, storefront facade of the building belies the simple, yet traditional, training hall within...all the trappings of a first-rate dojo! The lighting and acoustics were more than adequate to see and hear the guest instructor, and the ample mat area allowed us to train safely in groups large and small. The Castle Rock Aikido staff accommodated attendees graciously, and the dojo's regular students exemplified the spirit of aikido in their manner of training. Thanks for a great experience, looking forward to the next seminar!

My teen son wanted to do some marital arts, but did not want to do fighting style. Luckily, we found Sensei Tom and aikido. He is calm, and teaches in a relaxed manor. He teaches how to use balance and momentum to defend oneself. It's a good mix of stretching and physical training. There are classes for children, women, and teens and adults are in one class. They also have yoga classes with Sensei Cindy. It's conveniently located to Otis Orchards, Liberty Lake, and Post Falls.

This is one of the most impressive shows of skill, knowledge, and over all spirt I've ever seen in any instructive course. This is not just a lifeless karate class, and that's obvious just from a 1 minute video.

Great place!