United Kingdom Aikikai Online

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Traditional Aikido throughout the UK

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About the UKA

The UKA was formed in 1986 by Mr.W Smith and other senior teachers, all with at least 25 years experience in teaching aikido

The newly formed organisation was initially supported by K. Chiba Shihan, who was the founder of aikido in the UK and was a direct student of Ueshiba Sensei. Chiba Shihan was sent to the UK to build on the work started by Kenshiro Abbe Sensei.

Its formation came about from a desire to create an organisation of sincere, dedicated practitioners that integrated and encouraged training within everyday life. This family friendly philosophy remains at the fore front of UKA values today.

The UKA is directly affiliated to the Hombu Dojo in Tokyo which is the world headquarters of Aikido. Senior teachers from Hombu dojo visit the UKA on a regular basis ensuring teachers of the UKA are kept on top form!

All members’ grades are awarded by senior UKA teachers (Shidoin) and are authorised by Hombu dojo ensuring that all ranking is recognised world wide.