“Your spirit is the true shield.” – Morihei Ueshiba
Aikido Shugyo Dojo is a non-profit martial arts club that has been a centre for Aikido training in Toronto’s east end since 1985.
Aikido is a non-competitive Japanese martial art that uses the energy of the attack and circles it back onto the attacker. It does not rely on strength or body size to be effective.
At Aikido Shugyo Dojo, we practise Kobukan (prewar Aikido) influenced martial and dynamic Aikido. Some of the moves are based on sword fighting. Our training focuses on repositioning skills as well as subtle movement and timing— giving the attacker minimal clues about when or where their energy will be redirected. We also emphasize safe, efficient ukemi (falling and rolling) for smooth and confident practice.
Training in Aikido helps you develop balance, flexibility, coordination, strength, good judgement and self control. Try a free class or come to watch!
We always welcome new and visiting students in both children and adult/youth classes.
Aikido Shugyo Dojo is a Canadian branch member of Aikido Shinseikai, Kumamoto, Japan.
What’s Happening
January 1 – Dojo is closed
January 10 – Kokyu Ryoku Workshop
9:30am – 11:00am
January 11 – Kagami Biraki
Ceremony starts at 11:00 am
1000 bokken cuts, prayer for world peace and enjoy hot sake, mochi and snacks.
Breaking open sake containers and mochi (stacked rice cakes) to share symbolize new beginning and harmonizing energy.
January 17 – Children’s Testing Day
11:30 am
January 27 – Introductory Class
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Free of charge. Please come 10-15 min. early to get ready.
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Access
Our dojo (2203 Gerrard Street East, Toronto) is easily accessible via public transit. 8-minute walk from Main Street subway station. 5-minute walk from Danforth Go station. Also, 306/506 streetcars, 64/135 buses (Main x Gerrard stop). If you are driving, street parking is free after 6 pm.