Events

The LI Aikikai will have yard cleanup and dojo maintenance on October 15th & 16th (12-5pm). Please consider lending a hand. BBQ afterwards.

Our next promotion ceremony (belt testing) will take place on Friday, October 28th.  Whether you may be testing or not, please join us for this important dojo event.  Potluck party to follow.

The Long Island Aikikai is pleased to invite you to our annual Etsunengeiko and New Year’s Eve party. Literally translated as "passing over to the new year in training," Etsunengeiko is an opportunity for students to reflect on their past year's practice and re-instill the ideals of the founder as they commit themselves to a […]

Please join us in celebrating Hagihara Sensei’s promotion to the rank of 8th degree black belt. This historic honor was made possible by Yamada Sensei and is a real testament to Hagihara Sensei’s dedication to O-Sensei’s Aikido. On Saturday, March 18th, the Long Island Aikikai invites you to participate in this momentous occasion. The day […]

Our next promotion ceremony (belt testing) will take place on Friday, April 22nd. Whether you may be testing or not, please join us for this important dojo event. Potluck party to follow.

There are two main options when dealing with someone with an edged weapon; Escape (which is always your best option) or defense. If defending yourself is the only option then a person must do so with the environment in mind and with an understanding of edged weapons so that a suitable defense/technique can be executed. […]

To celebrate its grand re-opening, Pax River Aikikai will be hosting a two-day seminar with Shihan Edward Hagihara, 8th dan. This will be a joint endeavor, held over two days - Saturday, July 15 (at Southern Maryland Aikido Center; 70 Industrial Park Dr, Waldorf, MD 20602) from 12:00-4:00pm *AND* Sunday, July 16 (at Pax River […]

Please note that this class will take place the 2nd Saturday of every month and will often focus on more practical applications of Aikido technique. About the instructor: Tony has a long history of martial arts experience, with 37 years of continuous training. He originally began studying karate alongside his brother in 1972 and rose […]

Long Island Aikikai Summer Practice and BBQ will take place on Saturday, August 19th.  Instructor line-up includes Adam Pilipshen, Saul Rosenberg, and Christopher Bradshaw. Classes begin at 12noon sharp.  Save $10 by registering online before 8/18. View Seminar Poster for Event Details Pre-registration is now closed.  However, you can still pay at the door.

Details with be forthcoming.