Okanagan Aikido is a martial arts school located in Kelowna, British Columbia, dedicated to the practice of Aikido, a system of martial movement derived from classical Japanese combative forms, particularly Daito-Ryu Aikijujitsu. The school utilizes weapons such as the sword and staff to train timing, critical distance, and stress management, which complements the hand-to-hand training.
The dojo offers a warm and welcoming community where members can grow together both physically and spiritually. Okanagan Aikido emphasizes the practice of kata-based non-combative frameworks to bring awareness about oneself, one's place in the world, and the interconnectedness that leads to mutual understanding and respect. The goal is not about fighting but rather about learning to not fight.
The school is not focused on modern sport combat systems; practitioners should have a desire to train with a focus on understanding the movements and principles of Aikido. Okanagan Aikido aims to help individuals become better at navigating the stresses of the modern world through the practice of Aikido.
The school holds regular classes on Mondays and Fridays and outdoor weapons practice on Saturdays. The monthly fees for adults are $60, students $40, and visiting Aikidoists are encouraged to contribute a drop-in fee. Okanagan Aikido is a place where friends help friends, creating a global community and a family to grow with.
For more information or to inquire about whether Aikido is the right fit for you, feel free to email the dojo. Join Okanagan Aikido in its mission to forge mind, body, and spirit through the practice of this traditional Japanese martial art.
