The Bushokan Dojo, which means “house of respect for all martial arts” holds classes at Havertown Fitness focusing on the Yoshinkan style of Aikido. Bushokan Dojo is an affiliate of Doshinkan Aikido International Association headquartered in Phila, PA.

Aikido, which translates as “the way of harmony“, is not a static art, but places emphasis the dynamics of movement for defense and resolution to conflict.

Classes are held

• Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm;
• Thursdays 6:00-7:30 pm and two classes on
• Saturdays 10:30am-12:00noon and Advance Class is held at 12:00noon to 1:30pm

Visitor are welcome at Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturday (10:30am) Classes.

Where: Havertown Health and Fitness at 34 Brookline Blvd., Havertown, PA. Classes are open to all levels. For more info or to come for a free trail class, email Info@Bushokan.com

Try It! Like any activity you should give it a try before you buy equipment or full memberships. .

Benefits are physical fitness, self-defense skills, personal growth and greater confidence. Great for kids and their parents!

What do I need to do for my first classes? Come ready to move and learn! Wear loose fitting sweat pants and the tee shirt. Take off any jewelry, and tie back any long hair. That’s it!

What are Classes like:

A newcomer to an Aikido class will notice the special atmosphere — both welcoming and formal. Since Aikido is an ancient and formal Japanese discipline, traditional etiquette forms are an important part of Aikido study. Classes begin with students bowing first to the dojo (practice hall), and then to sensei (teacher). Class consist of warm-ups, basic movements, concepts of Aikido, and Aikido techniques with partners. Class ends with a bowing ceremony. Just follow along watching the more experienced students.

No need to worry, everyone had to start sometime!