Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art, focused on cultivating peaceful human beings through rigorous training. Many of us are drawn t

As we prepare to host Sensei Jonathan Weiner of Aikido of Charlotte this weekend, this week is an ideal time for new students, sempai,...

The other day, Sensei Gold at Aikido Journal released an interview with our USAF Sensei Yamada on his views regarding the USAF, Aikido in...

Due to Instructor Illness, there will be no class tonight. Instead, Sensei has opened his Saturday morning 10am Advanced Class to All Rank

"Sensei, I'm not feeling well this week" "Sensei, I'm injured" "Sensei, I'm just not in the right head space" There is an old martial ar

Please join us for a very special day on the mat, February 2nd, starting at 10am as we join together at the premiere martial arts dojo in Cl

Thank you all again for joining us for Kagami Biraki. A special thank you to our guest instructors and of course, Sensei Gustavo Ramos who c

RSVP FOR KAGAMI BIRAKI 2019! THIS SATURDAY JANUARY 5th. DOORS OPEN AT 10AM. FIRST CLASS AT 11! What is Kagami Biraki? According to...

Osouji for 2018 will begin at 12:30pm EST with 2 hours of training, followed by cleaning and food/drink. RSVP by clicking here. What is...

Please take a moment to answer 1 question regarding our schedule on Saturdays. https://www.aikidopinellas.com/dojo-surveys If you are not...

Holidays throughout the year are a great time for reflection, gratitude, and family here in Clearwater, Florida and around the world....

What does it mean for a martial art to be "effective"? What proof is there that Aikido aids in real life altercation? What is the BEST...

Kyu testing is often referred to as the "milemarker on your journey". It's not a destination, but more of a sign to know how far you've...

One of the biggest mistakes people make is thinking martial arts is just for kids. If you look at other cultures around the world,...

What does it mean to learn "self defense"? Is it the ability to properly execute a series of techniques for each of an infinite number of...

Dear Students: LABOR DAY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE: The Pinellas County Aikikai will be closed Saturday, September 1st (in support of the Tampa...

This is often the most common reason students leave any physical discipline. We know that physical activities (martial arts is no exception)

"Ukemi is the same in every martial art and fighting style. Survival always matters more than your ability to hit very hard"

The dojo will be closed on July 4th. Please celebrate responsibly.

As we do a few times a year, we look to our members to help us grow. The best dojos are always those that grow because the membership takes