Atlantic Canada Aikido

Happy Natal Day! Reminder the dojo is closed this evening. See everyone Wednesday!

Today, we remember Gozo Shioda Kancho on the anniversary of his passing.

Founder of Yoshinkan Aikido, Gozo Shioda Kancho dedicated his life to preserving and sharing the true spirit of Aikido. Through his unwavering discipline, technical excellence, and indomitable spirit, he built a legacy that continues to inspire practitioners around the world.

His teachings remind us that Aikido is not simply about technique, it is about developing character, maintaining composure under pressure, and striving for continuous self-improvement.

As members of the Yoshinkan family, we are privileged to carry forward the art he created. Every time we bow onto the mat, practice kihon dosa, or help a fellow student improve, we honor his vision and commitment.

Thank you, Shioda Kancho, for leaving us a path worth following.

Happy Canada Day! 🍁

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures in our dojo community and beyond!

Thank you for the countless hours spent supporting your children, driving them to class, cheering them on, helping them through challenges, and encouraging them to become the best versions of themselves.

The values we strive to teach on the mat: respect, perseverance, discipline, and kindness, are often first learned at home through the example you set every day.

We hope you have a wonderful Father’s Day filled with family, laughter, and appreciation for all that you do.

Happy Father’s Day from all of us at Atlantic Canada Yoshinkan Aikido

Amazing first day, Looking forward to today! Thanks Nickerson Shihan for organizing this event!

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at ACYA! 🌸
Aikido is often called the “Way of Harmony,” and let’s be honest—if there’s anyone who masters the art of keeping the peace while managing chaos, it’s a mom. Whether she’s a practitioner on the mat or the strongest supporter on the sidelines, we celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and grace that mothers bring to our community every day.

The Third Scroll: A simple clash between light and dark, perhaps. But look deeper. Here, in the gritty dojo, two hearts clash and in that collision, they grow. A worthy opponent is not a foe to be vanquished, but a mirror in which we see our own limits, and thus, find the strength to transcend them.

The Second Scroll: The shadow you face may loom colossal, a monster from a hidden cave. It is not the beast, but your own fear of the unknown that gives it that massive size. Embrace this fear, breathe, and you will see that even the largest shadow can be moved with stillness.

Happy Star Wars Day!
A single seed of truth, when watered by many interpretations, yields a forest of meaning.

The First Scroll: This is the duel with your own reflection. The true test of aiki (harmony) is not found in a fight with a rival, but in conquering the enemy that resides within—your own hesitation, your own pride. In this duel, there is no loser; only a deeper understanding of the self.

What a pleasant surprise to have Sensei from the Aishinjuku visit us last night, it was a wonderful class!