Welcome to Orange County Aikido
Orange County Aikido, The Family Dojo, is a martial arts school of aikido founded in 1964 by Harry Ishisaka, making us one of the oldest Aikido Dojos in Southern California. Our Dojo combines the traditional feel of a Japanese Dojo with the welcoming “Aloha Spirit” of our founder. Adults, kids, and families will find this the perfect place to feel comfortable, and challenged as well, as you progress through the art.
Independently Affiliated Dojo of Aikikai International
Aikido is for women and men of all ages, body types, and physical conditions. In Aikido we use our oponent's energy against him, so anyone can practice this art.
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For over 60 years, OC Aikido has offered a fun, family-friendly environment rooted in tradition, community, and culture.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Guest Instructor - Cinzia Paviot Shihan - Feb 20th
OC Aikido is delighted to welcome Cinzia Paviot Shihan (6th Dan) as a guest instructor on Friday, February 20.
Cinzia Paviot Shihan brings years of international teaching experience and deep insight into Aikido practice. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to train with a senior Aikido teacher from the international Aikido community.
She will be teaching both of our regular Friday classes:
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Kids Class: 5:30–6:30 PM
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Adult / Advanced Kids Class: 6:45–8:30 PM
All students are encouraged to attend and take advantage of this special training opportunity.
Cinzia Paviot Shihan’s bio here: https://aikido-kobayashi.org/shihankai/paviot-cinzia/
Lia Suzuki Shihan Seminar
March 6-8, 2026. Times TBD.
