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About
Aikido of Dallas
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Since 1990,
Aikido of Dallas has disseminated Aikido technique and philosophy to
the Dallas/Fort Worth Community. Established as a non-profit
organization, Aikido of Dallas is a member of the United States Aikido
Federation, headed by Yoshimitsu
Yamada, Shihan, 8th dan until his passing in 2023. Through this affiliation, Aikido of Dallas is
connected to the world's oldest and largest Aikido organization, Aikikai Hombu Dojo, in
Tokyo, Japan. Built and maintained by its members, Aikido of Dallas, at
just under
3000 sq. ft., is
the largest Aikido dojo in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.
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Akira Tohei Shihan, passed away July 2, 1999. Adult
classes are open to students of all levels and beginners may start at
any time and all members are encouraged to practice as often as
possible. Each student determines how often and how rigorously he or
she practices. There are no contracts; membership dues are remitted on
a monthly "pay-as-you-go" basis.
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Bob Mason
Sensei, the Aikido of Dallas chief instructor, received much of his
training from Akira Tohei Shihan. Beginners
receive individual instruction from senior students in exercises,
falling, and basic techniques. In traditional Japanese fashion, there
is no "course schedule"; students with varying levels of
experience practice together to the best of their ability and newer
students learn from their seniors. Aikido of Dallas is open to the
public and visitors are welcome anytime without an appointment to observe
classes and ask questions.
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As a 501(c)(3) organization, Aikido of Dallas does not discriminate with respect to age, gender, sexual orientation,
gender expression, race, religion (creed), national origin (ancestry), marital status, or military status, as they apply to
admission, tuition, scholarships, promotion in rank, etc.
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