Aikido at the Center Tucson

Join us for a tokkun (workshop) exploring dōjō etiquette. This is not Aikidō-specific, and any Japanese-based martial arts practitioner is welcome.

William Maren, kenjutsu instructor at AAC and chief instructor of Yamate Aiki-budō, will present the tokkun.

There is no designated fee for this event, but a donation to the dōjō would be deeply appreciated.

Please email the dōjō to let us know whether you plan to attend so we can get an approximate headcount.

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MOVE FOR PEACE!
May 16, 2026
A day of Aikido training to benefit the Sunnyside Foundation

"Today is going to be our peaceful day. We can say these words lightly, like a pleasant thought that floats away, or we can make them real—transforming intention into lived experience. The difference is in how we bring them from abstract hope into practice."
From the Buddhist Monks Walk for Peace

Tentative schedule:

9:30-10:00 Judith Robinson Sensei, opens
10:00-11:00 Sharon Seymour Sensei
11:00 12:00 Thom Haines Sensei

12-1 Lunch break

1:00-2:00 William Maren Sensei (Yamate Aiki-budo)
2:00-3:00 Mike Hazard Sensei
3:00-4:00 Irene Swanson Sensei
4:00-5:00 Gail Skinner Sensei
5:00-5:30 Robinson Sensei, closes

Reserve your spot on the mat:
https://aikidoatthecenter.org/events/
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/aatcdojo

All registration fees and donations go directly to the Sunnyside Foundation.

Mary Heiny Sensei Returns to Aikido at the Center
April 11-12, 2026

Mary Heiny Sensei brings to every class, workshop, and seminar she teaches not only her years of Aikido training and teaching, but also her extensive experience and study of Japanese culture, language, Shinto and Buddhist philosophies, and Non-Violent Communication. She strives always to communicate the beauty and challenge of O-sensei's desire that we use Aikido to become empowered as creative, compassionate beings and learn to appreciate each other as members of one human family.
To register, please go to:
https://aikidoatthecenter.org/events/

“No one left standing.”

Our Aikido Kids continue to impress us with their concentration, dedication and energy. They are a joy to work with.

Robinson Sensei’s advice this week on bowing in with intention:

“Always keep your mind on your sword (or weapon of choice).”

Join us in welcoming back Hans Goto Sensei to Aikido at the Center!

Hans Goto Shihan, Head Instructor and founder of Bay Marin Aikido, is recognized worldwide for his outstanding instruction and ability to make aikido techniques accessible to all. His teaching inspires practitioners of every level and background, and all are warmly invited.

Cost:
$180 for the full seminar
$160 early bird rate, if paid by October 1st.
Individual sessions $50

Online payment: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/aatcdojo