Aikido of Park Slope

01/20/2026

We are close to 200 subscribers on YouTube. Please, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to our channel to help with the algorithm. Enjoy our new video "Four Basic Pieces of Aikido."

Hal Lehrman Shihan demonstrates techniques during an evening class and four basic pieces to keep in mind when practicing Aikido. ...

12/27/2025

Dojo closed Sat., Dec. 27 due to inclement weather.

10/28/2025

Experience the power and rhythm of Japanese Taiko drumming right here in Brooklyn! 

We’re so excited to welcome Taiko Masala, led by Master Drummer Hiro Kurashima, to Aikido of Park Slope. Their weekly Saturday classes bring the thunder, energy, and focus of traditional Taiko to our dojo. Open to complete beginners and experienced performers alike.

Come feel the beat, join a class, or stop by one of our community open houses to see what Taiko is all about.

📅 Saturdays 3–6 PM
(monthly extended class)
📍Aikido of Park Slope, 630 Sackett St, Brooklyn
📧 [email protected]

07/18/2025

A new video is live on YouTube! Check it out and if you have not already, please, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel to be notified of new uploaded videos.

In this video, Hal Lehrman Shihan demonstrates how to take space with uke to perform Iriminage. Enjoy.

07/03/2025

After an extended hiatus, we have a new video on our Aikido of Park Slope Official Channel on YouTube! Please, SHARE, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!

Hal Lehrman Shihan demonstrates techniques from tenkan movement and position from kokyunage to kaitennage

05/17/2025

12/23/2024

✨ Feel Safer. Stronger. More Empowered. ✨

What if you could move through NYC with total confidence—starting today? 💪 Join us for a FREE women’s-only Aikido trial class:

🛡️ Self-Defense: Learn practical techniques to handle real-world situations with ease and confidence.
💞 Community: Train alongside supportive women in a respectful and collaborative environment.
🧘‍♀️ Mind-Body Connection: Build mindfulness, relieve stress, and grow with clarity and focus.
💪 Build Strength: Improve balance, posture, and physical power through dynamic, engaging movement.

💡 What is Aikido?

Aikido, meaning "The Way of Unifying Energy," is a Japanese martial art that combines practical self-defense, mindfulness, and physical movement into one transformative practice.

It’s not just about self-defense—it’s about learning to move through life with confidence and harmony. Whether you’re seeking an energizing workout or a mindful escape, Aikido offers a supportive space to grow and thrive under expert guidance. 🥋✨

📍 Where to Find Us:
Aikido of Park Slope
630 Sackett St, Brooklyn, NY

💥 RSVP Now: Email us at [email protected] or call 718-788-5932 to reserve your spot.

👉 Tag a friend and take the first step together on a journey of strength, confidence, and empowerment!

💻 Learn more: www.aikidofparkslope.com

Let’s empower women, one class at a time. 💪