“…I got a ton of rewards out of the internship that I never even considered when I applied for the position. I ended up with a boost in confidence, an understanding of small business, and I got to meet lots of wonderful people and learn about the spirit and practice of Aikido (the free intro classes were really great).”
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Aikido Kenkyukai Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the launch of our new advanced training program for dojo members 30 years of age and over – our “Total Immersion, 30+“ program!
The Total Immersion, 30+ program is intended for the serious student, wishing to…
$80 Value. Now $28!
Today through Sunday, April 29
Package includes 2 Intro Classes and FREE uniform.
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See you on the mat!
Best dojo I have trained at in an extremely long time! Super fun on the mat with all the experienced people who not only are very patient…
I just took my first intro class and I really enjoyed it. Since I come from a Judo and Wing Chun background, I was surprised to learn that…
Hi, my name is Jason and I’m a new intern at AKSB.
I originally found AKSB’s ad on Craigslist while looking for accounting internships. AKSB seems like a great place to work because it provides affordable martial arts classes to the community.
I have trained in two martial arts: …
Thank you to the Noozhawk for running an article about Andy Cranmer Sensei’s upcoming promotion to Shodan (1st degree black belt)!
“…Cranmer trains at Santa Barbara’s premiere nonprofit Aikido organization…”
On April 07, 2012, Andy Cranmer, a local man, is due to receive his first degree black belt in the Japanese martial art Aikido. The certificate will be arriving from the Aikido World Headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, which is overseen by the grandson of the founder of Aikido…
Oxana, one of our interns, has begun a blog about her training at Aikido Kenkyukai Santa Barbara:
“I am a new AKSB intern just beginning to discover the art of aikido. I have a passion for movement and am extremely intrigued by the philosophy of aikido. As a dancer…”
Hello Aikidoka,
I want to say hello. I really enjoyed my visit to Santa Barbara and practicing with you. The Aikido Kenkyukai of Santa Barbara is a very nice dojo and …
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Hallo Aikidoka,
Ich möchte mich für hier für die schöne Zeit in Santa Barbara bedanken. Ess hat mir viel Spaß und Freude gemacht, mit euch zu trainieren. Das Aikido Kenkyukai Santa Barbara ist ein wirklich sehr schönes Dojo und …
“Those of us training with Lia Sensei know how often she helps us focus on connection. Yet, beyond the dojo, how do we stay connected? I think…”
MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and Violence Mayeda is a fan of MMA. Even so, he states, "Even as fans of MMA, we must admit that the sport is a... 
PHOTOS: Black Belt Celebration Party Dojo members celebrate Andy Cranmer's first-degree black belt.
Congratulations Andy!
Brooks Institute Photoshoot Bryan Ruiz, Brooks Institute of Photography student, recently asked to conduct a photoshoot with Lia... 
