Aikido :: Bridgetown Aikido
About
Bridgetown Aikido offers training in MMA and karate disciplines within a supportive community environment. The dojo provides both children and adult classes with instruction focused on practical self-defense and body awareness techniques. The teaching approach emphasizes safety and personal growth over aggression, creating a learning atmosphere that blends discipline with enjoyment. Members appreciate the variety of teaching styles among instructors, which helps students learn from different approaches regardless of their experience level.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Sensei Eddie as an outstanding, patient, and inspiring instructor who creates a welcoming learning environment. Reviewers highlight how the gym helps children build confidence and resolve conflicts while providing practical self-defense training without aggression. Families appreciate the beautiful dojo space, the warm community atmosphere enhanced by the resident dog Whisky, and the blend of discipline with fun in classes. Several members specifically note the gym's inclusive approach, with one parent mentioning successful instruction for a child with Down syndrome, and others value the supportive communication from staff.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
P Cuendet
5 months ago
An incredible place with an even more incredible community. Sensei Eddie is a truly outstanding Aikido master— top notch instructor, patient, and inspiring. Our child absolutely loves being part of Bridgetown. Before joining, he would occasionally had minor issues with conflicts at school, but since starting Aikido here, it’s completely gone. The dojo itself is beautiful, and Whisky the dog adds such a warm, welcoming touch, the perfect host! We’re so grateful to be part of this community. Thank you, Eddie!
Juliet Ferruzza
2 years ago
Sensei Eddie is a wonderful teacher of Aikido. He takes the care and time to instruct and work with my son who has Down syndrome. I would recommend Bridgetown aikido to anyone.
Miriam Jagle
a year ago
Sensei Eddie is a gifted and kind teacher, and the space is super welcoming. There is a nice blend of discipline and fun. My kiddo adores going to classes, and is learning a lot very quickly.
Brad Vachal
4 years ago
My family have been members of Bridgetown Aikido for several years now. Both children and adult classes. We enjoy both the quality instruction and the sense of community. There are great teachers with different teaching styles to help learning from different approaches. Classes are made up of all different level students, who are eager to learn aikido with you. We learn practical self defense and body awareness techniques in a safe setting without the common martial arts elements of fighting and aggression. Come practice with us at the dojo to help yourself be more confident, healthy, and centered.
Dee Love
5 months ago
Eddie was very kind and reached out via phone the next day after I called. I wasn’t able to call back so he offered to text me. He extremely kind and informative. I didn’t end up signing up because of personal issues but he was very gentle and supportive when I told him about it and was honest it didn’t sound like a good fit for my personal baggage.
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336 NE 28th Ave, Portland, OR 97232, USA