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Aikido of Gainesville
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Aikido of Gainesville is a premier martial arts school in Gainesville, FL. Founded in 2002, we specialize in providing a unique blend of sports gaming experiences with a focus on self-defense training. Our facility offers cutting-edge equipment and expert instructors to guide you through an exciting journey of physical and mental development. Join us to immerse yourself in the world of Aikido and enhance your skills while having fun.
Areas Served
Gainesville, FL
What We Offer
Our Services include:
- Aikodo Classes
- Kid Classes
- Teen Classes
- Adult Classes
- Women's Self Defense Classes
Testimonials
On 1/31/2024
Timothy B.
had this to say:
Started training in Iaido with Sensei Huffman in late 2023. The Iaido class has been very small since I started, but Sensei Huffman has been a wonderful guide in learning the Japanese sword. I have even had a few impromptu Aikido lessons.
I truly enjoy my class time and look forward to attending as often as I can!
On 7/12/2023
Louie Alvarez
had this to say:
Great working with Tom ; Learning swords and defense.
On 7/30/2022
Anil T.
had this to say:
Great teacher. Love the weopons classes and how Sensei combines the movements with empty hand techniques. Would love to spend more time if it were not for the commitments at work. Sensei's knowledge about the history and art form is encyclopedic.
On 7/12/2022
Patrick Harrigan
had this to say:
Aikido of Gainesville's Sensei Tom Huffman trained in Japan for six years under the legendary Morihiro Saito Sensei. Now he teaches Iwama and Nishio Styles of Aikido here in Gainesville, FL. Whether you like his style or not, you will find no one more dedicated to the art. He teaches children or adults alike with minute attention to detail and takes time to explain the meaning of Japanese terms used in Aikido. If the class is small, Sensei Tom will give the neophyte personal attention to show and explain exactly how a technique works with minimal effort and maximum effect. He also offers classes in Iaido, the art of drawing the katana. Gainesville residents have this incredible resource at their doorstep like few other communities can boast.
Unlike other fighting arts like karate or taekwondo, injuries are uncommon in Aikido where its principles of compassion are applied in practice so no one gets hurt. I have been training with Sensei Tom Huffman since 2016 after previously training for years in Michigan, California and Germany starting from the 1970s, so I am no stranger to Aikido. Now in my seventies, I attribute my fitness in no small part to my weekly practice of Aikido under Sensei Tom Huffman, who deserves kudos for preserving and transmitting this profound art to anyone who is willing to put forth the effort to learn it.
On 7/10/2022
Patrick S.
had this to say:
Aikido of Gainesville is a great dojo; the owner is very dedicated to teaching traditional martial arts. Aikido is unlike most martial arts in that it does not emphasize competition -thus it is not really a 'combat sport' like most styles these days. Also, many martial arts schools seem very commercial: requiring contracts, testing fees, fancy uniforms, and expensive rates. In addition to offering FREE weekly classes to the community (who else does that?), Aikido of Gainesville's rates are not only reasonable -but a reflection of Sensei's motivation: the lifelong dedication to the art and to teach traditional Aikido techniques. This is a family-friendly, spacious dojo with very nice mats, fans, and ventilation.
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Aikido of Gainesville
4424 SW 35th Terrace Suite 4 Gainesville, FL 32608
Phone: (352) 494-7816
Email: sensei
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Monday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sunday: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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