Aikido Institute
About
Aikido Institute is a martial arts gym located in San Francisco, CA.
groupCoaches & Instructors
Gloria E. Nomura
Technical Director / Founder / Chief Instructor
7th Dan Aikikai, Shihan
Founded Aikido Institute of San Francisco in 1999. First woman promoted to Shihan in North America and Europe. Teaches Aikido, Iaido, and bokken/jo weapons.
Rob Schenk
co-Chief Instructor
5th Dan (Godan), Birankai Shidoin
Began training in 2000 at AISF under Nomura Shihan. Certified Birankai International Instructor. Also trains in Iaido.
Gerard Enriquez
co-Chief Instructor / Children's Class Instructor
4th Dan (Yondan), Birankai Shidoin
Began training in 2004 at AISF under Nomura Shihan. Teaches the Children's class and trains in Iaido.
Thierry Diagana
At-large Instructor
6th Dan (Rokudan), Birankai Shidoin
Chief Instructor of Gassaku Aikido. Trains at AISF when in San Francisco. Teaches under guidance of Nomura Shihan.
Theresa Thadani
At-large Instructor
4th Dan (Yondan), Birankai Fukushidoin
Began training in 1998. Joined AISF in 2002. Certified Birankai International Instructor. Also trains in Iaido.