Welcome to our martial arts dojo (place of the way). We are dedicated to the study of authentic martial arts. We offer arts derived from the Samurai traditions of Japan that are informed by modern combatives and the sciences. We and our students find them a helpful tool for living in today's world too.
Unlike many martial arts, those practised in our dojo require no advantage in strength or speed, and can be practised successfully by women, men and children of all ages and abilities. In addition to the new skills you will gain, you will also develop flexibility, coordination, concentration, improved health and fitness, effective communication skills and self-esteem.
Unlike many martial arts, those practised in our dojo require no advantage in strength or speed, and can be practised successfully by women, men and children of all ages and abilities. In addition to the new skills you will gain, you will also develop flexibility, coordination, concentration, improved health and fitness, effective communication skills and self-esteem.
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Aikido in Sydney began in Crows Nest in 1999 at the urging of two of Andrew Sensei's early mentors, the late Iwao Tamura from Tokyo and Michael Williams from Byron Bay. Aikido in Sydney was founded as a place to practice being 'the best we can be' through the study of the way of aiki in body, mind and spirit.
If you're interested in learning aikido and wondering how to get started, it's easy - just turn up! Everyone remembers their own first class and would like to help make your first class memorable and enjoyable. Our Basics class is the best option for beginners. The lessons are integrated with the rest of the dojo, with plenty of one-on-one time as well as group activities.
Mat fees keep our dojo doors open to ensure a safe training environment. They help to cover things like hall hire, affiliation and insurance and are a small investment compared to the time you put into your training while at the dojo. Suitable for any of our aikido classes: Aiki Kids, Aiki Teens or adults: two 1-hour classes to give it a red-hot go.
Plenty of on-street parking (see below). Good train and bus services. Great coffee nearby for before class and plenty of options for lunch or dinner after training. YES: Spencer Lane next to the dojo is a good place for drop-offs - there are no restrictions on stopping and there are places to turn around (it's a dead-end).
Aikido in Sydney is a safe and friendly environment in which women and men of all ages get together to practise the skills of peaceful coexistence through training in the warrior arts of Japan: awareness, respect, sensitivity, self-confidence, stability, internal power, striking, throwing, pinning and joint-breaking.
Reviews (8)
Faye Chen
Nov 10, 2021
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Adult classes to go at pace that really does suit all levels. The newbies like myself are welcomed and techniques are explained in repeatable and straight forward language. Great sensei and class. Especially good for anyone who is short like me 5ft one of the few times where being short helps!
A few years later and I'm still at it...
A few years later and I'm still at it...
Bob Withers
Nov 26, 2018
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Aikido changed my life, Andrew Sunter Sensei changed my life. If you have done your homework and Aikido is for you then this is the best dojo in Sydney. Plucking up the courage to start a martial art is always challenging, Andrew will make your experience enjoyable and as you grow you will be challenged! Go, enjoy and become something you never thought you could be.
Debbie Rudd
Oct 16, 2018
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Aikido in Sydney is a great place to focus your mind and strengthen your body. I love that all levels train together so everyone has a chance to improve their practice by either teaching students at lower levels or learning from students at higher levels. It creates a great sense of community and fun, safe space to learn.
Dave Anthony
Sep 09, 2018
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An exceptional martial arts school... I have trained at Aikido in Sydney for several years and cannot recommend them highly enough. Sensei Andrew embodies the idea that martial arts is a journey not a destination; and he invites us on that journey with him.
I believe that the best martial arts schools should not only teach us about martial arts, but also teach us about ourselves and about others. Aikido in Sydney does that. If you want to learn how to beat people up, do that somewhere else. if you want to invest in yourself and learn a beautiful, fun, serious martial art, then I recommend you
I believe that the best martial arts schools should not only teach us about martial arts, but also teach us about ourselves and about others. Aikido in Sydney does that. If you want to learn how to beat people up, do that somewhere else. if you want to invest in yourself and learn a beautiful, fun, serious martial art, then I recommend you
Mike Allen
Sep 01, 2018
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Dr. Ray H.
Jul 29, 2018
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Eric Vigo
Jun 05, 2018
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The training at AIS is phenomenal - in that, Andrew pushes you to achieve a level of self-defense within Aikido that is more martial than just art. If there were a bunch of samurais looking for somewhere to train, this would be the place. I also like the seriousness that the dojo has for women to become quick at truly defending themselves, so there is a push for women to become stronger and more confident that they can defend themselves if something was to happen somewhere. I've seen the results and it's pretty amazing. I would recommend everyone to give AIS a go.
Raymond Banfield
May 28, 2017
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Having Studied at other styles and martial arts in my early twenties,
after a car accident, I found my self not getting anywhere with going to the gym, as the accident left me with ongoing physical injuries, as well as mental damage.
I decided I needed something to motivate me, and to get me moving again.
The choices where Kung Fu, Aikido, or Fencing, or Tia Chi.
I decided since Kung Fu and Fencing were going to involve a lot more action and changing direction in a hurry, that Aikido and Tai Chi where the better choices, due to the slow training methods that are used.
Having found the “Aikido
after a car accident, I found my self not getting anywhere with going to the gym, as the accident left me with ongoing physical injuries, as well as mental damage.
I decided I needed something to motivate me, and to get me moving again.
The choices where Kung Fu, Aikido, or Fencing, or Tia Chi.
I decided since Kung Fu and Fencing were going to involve a lot more action and changing direction in a hurry, that Aikido and Tai Chi where the better choices, due to the slow training methods that are used.
Having found the “Aikido
