Capitol Hill Aikikai

Capitol Hill Aikikai Classes Tue, Thur and Sat. See capitolhillaikikai.org for details. Welcome to our martial arts club in the Capitol Hill district of DC.

Practices are open to everyone. Practices are generally held:
* Tuesdays from 7 - 9 pm
* Thursdays from 7 - 9 pm
* Saturdays from 3:30 - 5:30 pm

In terms of its martial application, one of the fundamental concepts in Aikido is to blend with the attack and redirect the energy to either throw or pin the attacker. Ideally, neither the attacker or the person being attacked is hurt. Aikido is a sel

f-defensive, non-competitive martial art. In terms of its health benefits, Aikido has something to offer people of all ages. The workout can be as aerobic as a person chooses by adjusting the speed, strength and pace of the attack. Aikido also helps improve a person's balance, flexibility and coordination. Plus, Aikido is fun, which is also good for one's health! In terms of its life application, Aikido can help people deal with conflict at home, at work or in other aspects of everyday life. Aikido can also help a person learn sensitivity to other people, as well help develop self confidence.

" Aikido, in essence, is very fragile. It can be forgotten, it can be destroyed, it can be diluted by ignorance and sel...
08/28/2026

" Aikido, in essence, is very fragile. It can be forgotten, it can be destroyed, it can be diluted by ignorance and self indulgence."

On behalf of Birankai International, with deep sorrow, Birankai Nor...

Cottier Sensei's class at Hong Kong Aikido Association 30th Anniversary -- Part 2
08/28/2026

Cottier Sensei's class at Hong Kong Aikido Association 30th Anniversary -- Part 2

Ken Cottier (7th Dan) Teaching Aikido Part 2

Cottier Sensei's class at Hong Kong Aikido Associatopn 30th Anniversary -- Part1
08/28/2026

Cottier Sensei's class at Hong Kong Aikido Associatopn 30th Anniversary -- Part1

Ken Cottier (7th Dan) Teaching Aikido Part 1

O Sensei says, "You don't come to Aikido to become stronger. You are already strong enough." By the same token, you do...
08/25/2026

O Sensei says, "You don't come to Aikido to become stronger. You are already strong enough." By the same token, you don't come to Aikido to be bigger or smaller because you are the perfect size for YOU.

Big people often get the reputation of being rough, muscly and resistant. A lot of people feel intimidated by big partners because of their...

08/17/2026

Never too tall or too short. You are always the PERFECT size to practice with everybody šŸ¤©

Close your mouth, open your eyes.
08/15/2026

Close your mouth, open your eyes.

The annual USAF Summer Camp came and went like a whirlwind. The five days of practice and gathering with friends have become history. To ...

07/26/2026

Because of USAF Summer Camp, there will not be practice at the dojo until August 1, Saturday. See you at camp, or when regular practice resumes.

"Don't bend out of shape", the saying goes. To start, do you know what is your shape?
07/26/2026

"Don't bend out of shape", the saying goes. To start, do you know what is your shape?

Some people are relentlessly critical of Aikido as a martial art. From their comments on social media, I get the impression that they have...

Our beloved teacher, Kenneth Cottier Sensei, who dedicated his life to the practice and promotion of Aikido.
07/23/2026

Our beloved teacher, Kenneth Cottier Sensei, who dedicated his life to the practice and promotion of Aikido.

Official website of Guillaume Erard, 6th Dan Aikido (Aikikai Foundation - Aikido Hombu Dojo) and 5th Dan Daito-ryu Aiki-jujutsu (Shikoku Hombu). Articles, Interviews, Videos and Documentaries.

Address

Onelife Fitness, 315 G Street SE
Washington D.C., DC
20003

Opening Hours

Tuesday 6:50pm - 9pm
Thursday 6:50pm - 9pm
Saturday 3:15pm - 5:30pm

Telephone

+12025091632

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