Come join an evolving community of people who are dedicated to practice in the Art of Peace.

Two Rivers Aikido is a community resource offering a venue for those interested in and dedicated to Peace and Human Kindness.

We offer formal structured Aikido classes. In addition; as an International Peace Dojo through Aiki Extensions and member of The Applied Aikido Association, we utilize our on the mat training in programs, taking Aikido principles and practices “off the mat” to bring peacemaking into the community through outreach in schools and community service organizations. Two Rivers Aikido is affiliated with California Aikido Association with Michael Friedl (head of Division II) as our direct guide and liaison through the larger community of Aikido.
Peace Talks

AIKIDO

Aikido: Often translated as The Art of Peace, is a martial heart practice that leads us through non-violence to a peaceful stance in the world. It is a way to train the Body, Mind, and Heart, to be at peace within oneself and in relation to the world. It teaches a way to be in the world where practitioners learn to deal with life’s challenges with presence, balance, and calm. Aikido is a path of personal, relational, and community transformation.

Here at Two Rivers Aikido we focus on principle, philosophy, and technique that is life affirming, generative, and cooperative. We study the martial aspect of Aikido not solely as self defense but more importantly as a way to reconcile conflict with goodwill and minimal physical, social, and emotional harm. How we study the art rests on the spiritual core that O'Sensei in his later years passed on to practitioners.

"You are here to realize your inner divinity and manifest your innate enlightenment.
Foster peace in your own life and then apply the Art to all that you encounter.”
                                                                                      — Morihei Ueshiba, Founder of Aikido

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Ai

Harmony, Love, Protection

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Ki

 Universal Energy: The stuff of which everything is and what holds everything together; Life Force, Spirit, God

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Do

A dedicated path. Usually one oriented toward significant transformation of the individual.

Aikido: A path toward harmonizing with the natural flow of the Universe.

 

Benefits of Practice:

Physical Strength and Flexibility

Personal Enjoyment

Breath Awareness

Mental Focus

Spiritual Grounding

Sitting and Moving Meditation

Leadership Skills

Cooperation and Community

Emotional Calm and Balance