Elijah Kuroda was thirteen the first time he saw the dojo. It was a Wednesday in early autumn, the kind of day when the Florida air had...

I first encountered Richard Stickles Sensei back when I was transitioning out of Judo, looking for a new dojo, teacher, and art to study....

A Moment of Reflection Over the past nine parts, Daniel’s story has taken us on a journey through leadership and expertise , safety ,...

Daniel’s Growing Sense of Purpose In Part 8 , Daniel learned how affordability and transparent fees made his commitment to Aikido feel...

Reflecting on Daniel’s Progress In Part 7 , Daniel discovered how flexible training schedules  allowed him to stay consistent in Aikido...

Where We Left Off In Part 6 , Daniel delved into Aikido’s traditions and philosophy, discovering that the art’s emphasis on harmony and...

A Moment of Reflection In Part 5 , Daniel was thrilled to discover the clear curriculum  at JJP—an approach that helped him see exactly...

Where We Left Off In Part 4 , Daniel discovered how the welcoming atmosphere at JJP  not only boosted his confidence but also introduced...

Where We Left Off In Part 3 , Daniel confronted the natural apprehension that many new students have regarding falls, throws, and...

A Quick Recap In Part 1 , we followed Daniel as he made the bold decision to begin his Aikido journey, shedding his doubts and stepping...

Recap & Introduction In Part 1 of this series, we met Daniel—a martial arts enthusiast who finally decided to transition from watching...

Introduction Daniel had always been intrigued by the graceful yet powerful movements of Aikido. Late at night, he would find himself...

There is something missing from the online experience when it comes to learning martial arts, especially grappling arts like Aikido.

The next generation. What does that really mean? So much of our time is spent reinforcing the things we know; that feel comfortable....

When I first began putting together the framework for this book, my wife Theresa and I were training together in the back room of a Muay...

Keeping a habit consistent like showing up to the dojo 2-3 times per week is hard; the dojo should be in service of that commitment.

The greatest impact of the Bonsai is what it implies about Daniel-san, beyond his honoring of Mr. Miyagi and his formative years' experience

"I remember one of my kids came home with a bad grade and my husband was visibly upset - it was then I remembered a lesson Aikido teaches us

Know that I love you all and there is absolutely nothing you can do about it ;)

Pinellas County Aikikai stands firmly behind and in support of Sharon Dominguez Sensei and the United States Aikido Federation.