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Other Upcoming Seminars
Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles
May 28 - 31, 2026
- Hiroshi Ikeda, 8th dan
- Lia Suzuki, 7th dan
- Bruno Gonzalez, 6th dan
Registration opens soon.
5-Day Camp in Los Angeles
30th Anniversary!
July 15 - 19, 2026
- Lia Suzuki, 7th dan
- Daiyu Takeda, 6th dan
- Others
Registration opens soon.
Schedule
Friday
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm: Training
- 8:30pm - 9:30pm: Optional: Dinner at the dojo (By donation)
Saturday:
- 10:00am - 12:00pm: Training
- Lunch at the dojo (Included in seminar fee)
- 1:30pm - 3:00pm: Training
- 3:00pm: Testing
Sunday: 10am - 12pm: Training
Location & Entrance
We are located in the basement of the First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles. Please enter at the side door of the building - not the main door of the church. (Please look for our a-frame sign on the sidewalk and/or our flag.)
Aikido Kenkyukai Los Angeles
2936 W 8th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
Parking
Free parking is a half a block away, on the corner of West 8th Street & Westmoreland Avenue.
Zoom Link
Hopefully, you won't need the Zoom link, but just in case you get sick during the seminar and feel that you may be contagious, please click here to attend remotely, via Zoom.
🏨 Where to Stay
Past Participants’ Recommendations:
- Olyver Hotel - Formerly New Seoul Hotel: This seems to be the top recommendation of past seminar participants. 24-hour free parking with a security guard, breakfast included, korean massage nearby. The list goes on!
- Hotel Normandie: A highly recommended option by past campers! It’s a cozy, affordable spot that’s close to the dojo.
- 8th & Ardmore Hostel: A budget-friendly choice with a great community vibe. Perfect if you’re looking to meet other attendees and keep costs down.
Guidelines:
West of the dojo: We recommend staying around Wilshire Ave, between Normandie Ave. and Western Ave. This area has great hotels and is just a short distance from the dojo.
Avoid the area east of the dojo: It’s not the safest area, so please stay west if possible.
đźš—Â Pro Tip: Traffic in Los Angeles can be a bit tricky, so be mindful of commute times.
Here are some great resources to help you find a place to stay:
Meals
New Year's seminar
Friday after class
Some of our students have graciously volunteered to organize dinner delivery to the dojo as part of our ongoing dojo fundraising. In the past, we've done pasta and pizza. They ask that you kindly make a donation to the dojo.
During the checkout process, you were prompted to let us know if you'll be joining us and what, if any, dietary preferences you have.
We'll also have alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available from our dojo fridge.
Donations can be made via:
- Cash donation box in the dojo
- Online
- Look for the QR code in the dojo or...
- Click here to pre-donate.
Saturday Lunch
Saturday lunch is included with your seminar registration. This year, once again, some of our students have generously offered to sponsor lunch!
Of course, if you prefer, feel free to bring your own food and drink. Or for that matter, feel free to venture out on the Los Angeles restaurant scene on your own.
The Teacher
Interview with Lia Suzuki Sensei
by Simone Shierchini
Book contents:
- From Horse Riding to Budo
- The Japan Experience
- Building Intuition
- Attracting New Students to Aikido
- Non-Violence in Aikido
- Leading by Example
- Do Women Need to Forget Femininity in the Dojo
- Arrogance
- No to Homogenization in Aikido
- Aikido and Distance Teaching
- Body Alignment
