Aikido Auckland

The Institute of Aikido Auckland – Aikido on Auckland’s North Shore.

Learn Aikido for Fitness, Flexibility, Self Confidence & Self Defence.

Aikido teaches you how to fall safely, boosts energy levels and improves posture and core strength.

Aikido techniques do not rely on physical strength, making it suitable for a broad range of people of all ages.

Aikido aims to redirect an attack instead of meeting force with force. It is a very efficient martial art.

Aikido consists of throw and pin techniques, and the study of bokken (wooden sword) and Jo (wooden staff).

In addition to physical fitness and martial techniques; mental training, controlled relaxation and development of “spirit” (ki) are emphasized in traditional Aikido training. HOW TO GET STARTED

Sensei Dunken Francis is a 4th dan Traditional Aikido instructor & qualified Sports Coach with over 20 years experience teaching both adults and children, and is the author of the popular “Aikido – A beginner’s guide” (book) and “Aikido – The first steps” (DVD) used as study guides in many dojos throughout the world. The Institute of Aikido Auckland utilizes a proven teaching system that allows complete newcomers to train alongside more experienced students, with everyone learning at their own pace.

The Institute of Aikido Auckland runs aikido classes at two dojos on Auckland’s North Shore; Okura near the East Coast Bays and Silverdale (by invitation only). The club has a very well respected youth academy with regular structured training for kids aged 8-15 years.