Aikido Center of Lancaster

“The Way of a Warrior is based on humanity, love, and sincerity; the heart of martial valor is true bravery, wisdom, love, and friendship.”

- Morihei Ueshiba, Founder of Aikido

Aikido Center of Lancaster provides classes in the martial art of Aikido (“The Art of Peace”) for adults. Mature teenagers (13 – 19) are welcome to join adults of all ages to participate in all classes. Beginner and advanced students take classes together. We practice traditional non-competitive Aikido. The purpose of our dojo is to provide the opportunity to train in a martial practice with traditional technique for self-defense, fitness, well-being and personal growth. Aikido is a practice that feeds the appetite of the mind, body and spirit.

What you need to start

It is recommended that all students purchase an aikido or judo-style gi (gee) or training uniform. We carry a small stock of these for your convenience. You can use other gi if you trained in other arts, with an instructor's approval.

We also recommend reading The Aikido Student Handbook, written by our sponsoring teacher, Greg O'Connor Sensei.

“Always practice the Art of Peace in a vibrant and joyful manner.”

- Morihei Ueshiba, Founder of Aikido

Dues and Class Schedule

Aikido Center of Lancaster offers a minimum of 10 classes per month with the schedule varying from month to month.

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Weekday morning classes

7 AM to 8:15 AM

Evening classes

6:30 PM to 7:45 PM

Monthly Membership dues

$50

This allows you to take as many classes as you want.

($10 mat fee for visitors/non-members.)

Beginners Special

$100

This includes:

• First month's dues
• Gi (premium traditional practice uniform)
• Your own copy of The Aikido Student Handbook

Instructor

Christian Recknagel holds the rank of 1st degree black belt (Shodan) and is a student of Greg O'Connor Sensei. He has studied with O'Connor Sensei for 14 years. Christian has enjoyed exploring the many interpretations of aikido by teachers from different lineages and affiliations. He applies the aikido principles into much of his leadership and performance consulting practice.