Aikido Aikikai of Phila
About
Aikido Aikikai of Philadelphia offers training in MMA and karate disciplines under the guidance of experienced instructors. Founder and Sensei Henry Smith leads the instruction alongside visiting instructor Sensei Nizam, providing students with diverse teaching styles and approaches. The gym maintains a focus on respectful, patient coaching that accommodates both children and adult learners, creating an environment where newcomers feel immediately welcomed.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and patient instruction, particularly noting how newcomers are treated with respect. Reviewers highlight the diverse community, the variety of teaching styles from different instructors, and the safe training environment maintained even during COVID-19. Specific instructors are mentioned positively, with members expressing that they've found an excellent school where they can continue learning indefinitely. No negative feedback appears in the reviews.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Lady NoName
9 months ago
My children have been going to kids classes here for 3 years, and I just started attending adult classes. It’s a very welcoming space, with knowledgeable and patient instructors. I love practicing here!
Cory Dissinger
6 years ago
A martial art and studio you didn't know you needed in your life. The teachers and students are utterly respectful to newcomers. You needed to sign up yesterday. This practice will never be mastered, you will learn and learn to your heart's content.
John Porter
5 years ago
Excellent dojo training safely in the COVID-19 era
Robert B.
4 years ago
I feel fortunate to have found this school. The environment is very welcoming and everyone is quite patient with new students like myself. There are not enough good words to express the excellence of this school.
Jeffrey Womack
3 years ago
I started going to this dojo in 2019 and have continued to present. Now also get to train alongside my 7yo on Thursdays and Saturdays. It's a great place filled by a friendly, diverse, loving community. Newcomers are treated well, and there are a number of different instructors, so you can experience a lot of different teaching styles and approaches.
paymentsMembership
$150/mo
Contact
entrance of mezzanine, 3502 Scotts Ln Unit 1417, Philadelphia, PA 19129, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Henry Smith
Founder / Sensei
Sensei
Founded Aikikai of Philadelphia in 1991. Late founder and leader in the Philadelphia martial arts community for decades.
Nizam
Visiting Instructor / Sensei
Sensei
Visiting instructor who gave an inspiring class at the dojo.