Established in 2005, Kiku Matsu Dojo serves as the headquarters of the Aikido World Alliance (AWA), offering high-quality training in the Japanese martial art of Aikido. Our dojo also hosts the Chicago Buddhist Meditation Group.
We have classes 7 days a week and on-going students may attend as many classes as they like. Those who would like to get a taste of Aikido are invited to take our 4-week introductory course.
From our blog:
- Dojo classes temporarily suspended to help fight Covid 19 virus
- Rotating Thursday Curriculum
- Free Adult Class – March 11, 2020 at 6:00pm
- Dojo Open House
- Dojo Holiday Schedule
From our Facebook page:
Up next for our #TeacherTuesday is (Doctor) Joel Augustine.
Dr. Joel Augustin, Godan(5th Dan) Aikikai, started training in Aikido in 1992 with Fumio Toyoda Shihan at Tenshinkan Dojo. Although Aikido is a peaceful art, he likes to explore its martial aspects as well.
Dr. Joel is also a serious practitioner of Taichi and Bagua.
Teaching Schedule: substitute as needed
It was great to have our friend Drx Nguyen visit us. If you find yourself in the windy city be sure to bring a gi!
Mucho love for the folks at Kiku Matsu Dojo!
I left one there 🙂
Great picture 💕
What a good looking bunch‼️
That's the best photo!! Love seeing the whole Chicago crew 💙
On this #Teachertuesday we have our very own Dojo-Cho Laura DeGraff Sensei!
Laura DeGraff Sensei is a Rokudan (6th Dan) Aikikai instructor and our Dojo-Cho. She started training in 1998 at Tenshinkan Dojo. Laura’s focus for her class instruction is making Aikido accessible, safe and fun. Aikido is a living art and Laura continues to develop her art as both a lifelong student and a dedicated instructor.
Teaching Schedule: Wednesday 6:00 pm
Thank you, DeGraff Sensei, for your clear instructions and all of your support! 🙏
Yeah, she is pretty awesome!!
Taking care of the dojo is another way to train your mind, body and spirit. Always do so joyfully.