Aikido of Arlington

Visitors are welcome to observe any time we have class. For detailed directions to our dojo, go to Location. For information about joining, see our Frequently Asked Questions.

Classes are mixed levels with beginners and advanced students training together. The instructor will adapt class to a level comfortable for the students practicing that day. Students may work on specific techniques (buki-waza or taijutsu), test requirements, etc. during open keiko after weekday classes. If you would like assistance during open keiko, please let sensei and/or the senior student(s) know at the beginning of class.

On the second Sunday of every month, weather permitting, we hold a Weapons class at Glencarlyn Park (301 S Harrison St, 22204) followed by a cookout. Extra weapons should be available if you do not have your own. No need to wear your gi; please wear street clothes.

Directions: From Route 50, exit onto S Carlin Springs Rd. Take a left onto 3rd St S at the light in front of Kenmore Middle School. Go straight, passing the Glencarlyn Branch Library on the right. The street dead ends into the park entrance. If the parking spaces are taken, go back to 3rd St S and take a left. Go to the next entrance a little farther down the road and drive all the way to the last parking area (next to the dog park). Then take the walking path to the BBQ grills (opposite the playground across the river).