Aikido at the Aikibudokan

A Traditional Dojo Offering Instruction in Aikido, Koryu ("old tradition") Martial Arts, Classical Japanese Samurai Weapons Forms and Self-Defense

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The Aikibudokan has offered instruction in the martial arts since 1998 and is one of the most well known in Houston because of the instructors background and experience, and the diverse range of classical martial arts offered.

The instructional staff is one of the largest and most experienced in the Houston & SE Texas area.  The Kancho (Chief Instructor & Training Hall President) has over 40 years of experience in the martial arts and is 8th Degree Black Belt in Aikido, 6th Dan in Jodo and 1st Dan Kodokan Judo.  He is assisted by the Dojo Cho (Dojo Manager) who holds a 7th Degree Black Belt in Aikido and 4th Dan Jodo.  Other senior instructors include 3rd up to 6th Degree Black Belts in Aikido and weapons arts. 

Instruction at the Aikibudokan does not include sports or competion.  We consider the concept of koryu ("old tradition" or "old flow") as being more important than competition, trophies or the trend of teaching to the popular "fad of the moment".  We believe that the traditional approach results in a more rounded, better qualified, and more confident martial artist over the long term.

This "old tradition" philosophy has become somewhat unique and difficult to find over the last 20 to 30 years due to the growth of commercialized martial arts studios.  "Old tradition" martial arts instruction would immediately be recognized by the Samurai, Zen Warrior Monks or Bushi as the means by which the best of the past is preserved for future generations.  Koryu becomes the means by which today's "modern samurai" learns classical forms and self-defense, while simultaneously developing a life philosophy by which he or she can cope with the demands of today's fast paced world while learning an art form that improves body, mind and spirit