NOLA Aikido

At NOLA Aikido we focus on community, connection, kindness, fun, curiosity, mindfulness, and soft-power, from centered, whole-body movement.

Curious about Aikido? Welcome to our Summer Intro Series starting June 15th! Find out more and sign up in our Linktree in bio.

And we have classes for children of all ages. See our website for our New Student Specials. (Link in bio.)

So inspired and energized after our Saturday seminar with Weldon Mauney Sensei!

So much cultivation and wisdom and kindness embodied and shared with us, and with such clarity!

Thank you to everyone who attended from both near and far.

What a joy to collaborate and explore this part of peace with somebody different approaches and interpretations, so many different inspirations.

Already looking forward to our next chance to practice together!

We are very excited to invite you to a Saturday seminar with Weldon Mauney Sensei this Saturday, July 11!

Weldon Mauney Sensei studied under Hiroshi Kato Sensei from 1998-2012. He received his kyu testing, first, second and third degree black belts under Kato Sensei. After Kato sensei’s passing in 2012, he received his fourth degree blackbelt under Seiji Ido sensei in 2015. He was promoted to 5th Dan Aikikai in 2023. He started Wing Chun initially under Sifu Chris Damiano and since May 2013 he has been studying under Sifu Gary Lam. His Aikido is both sharp and gentle and characterized by beautiful spirals, efficient footwork, and a joyful concentrated connection with his partners. He is interested in how his Aikido and Wing Chun practices can artfully interact.

This Saturday seminar will explore connection, sharpness, and creative interplays within Aikido as well as inspiration from wing chun.

Aikidoists of all styles and affiliations are warmly welcome!

Sign up via linktree in bio to reserve your spot!

In Aikido, children discover the power of connection—through every roll, fall, and partner exercise, they learn trust, respect, and cooperation. Watch them grow not just in skill, but in empathy and belonging. Join us and see how Aikido builds connection from the inside out!

We have classes for children of all ages. See our website for our New Student Specials. (Link in bio.)

https://nolaaikido.com/classes-for-children-and-teens/


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