Yoshinkan 'House for Cultivating the Spirit' was founded in 1955 by Shioda Gozo Kancho, a top student of Aikido founder Ueshiba Morehei O'Sensei (great teacher)before and after World War II. With full support of his teacher the Yoshinkan was responsible for the early spread of Aikido after World War II and has some 150 basic techniques, which are practiced repeatedly. These enable the student to master the remaining ones, which total some 3000 overall.
Yoshinkan Aikido is not a sport or religion. Rather, it is the development and strengthening of the body and mind; and the practical side of Aikido must never be forgotten. However, Aikido is for all, irrespective of age, gender, race, religion or culture.
We are in the City of Orangevale in North East Sacramento County. Our host since 2001 is the Orangevale Recreation and Park District. Orangevale is bordered by Fair Oaks, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Granite Bay & Roseville. We are approximately 30 minutes from downtown Sacramento, 1 1/2 hours from Lake Tahoe, and minutes away from the American River, Folsom Lake, and Lake Natomas.
Visiting from out of town or looking for a new place to train? Visitors are most welcome.
Dojo is in full swing. Summer enrollments are now open and new and visiting students welcome. Not sure if aikido is right for you? Those interested are always welcome to come watch class and speak with the instructors.
To register for classes, please visit OV Parks for schedule, fees, etc., or call 916-988-6140.
Celebrating 26 Years of Excellence!
