“In Loving Memory of Seiichi Sugano Shihan
August 29, 2010
Sixteen years have passed since Sugano Shihan left us, yet his spirit lives on through every practice, every lesson, and every life he touched.
Today, we honor our beloved Sensei by keeping his teachings and loving memory alive in our hearts and through our Aikido.
Forever remembered.”
Gentil Pennewaert Shihan
Aikido Shin Do Kan
Aikido Shin Do Kan offers traditional Aikido Martial Arts training. Gentil Pennewaert Shihan is our
As Orange County's only full-time aikido dojo, the Shin Do Kan dojo was established in 1987 to teach the traditional art of aikido. It continues the legacy first started in Japan during the last century by the founder Ueshiba Morihei. The world class dojo is made up of a cosmopolitan and diverse group of students and is led by chief instructor Pennewaert Shihan, 7th Dan. He insures a high standard
Don’t use your arms, use your body. Coodination is power. Subscribe to the aikido mastery channel and learn from Pennewaert Shihan, 7th Dan Aikikai.
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Keep moving and feel when it is time to give back. Always in control.
08/23/2026
A visit from Tim and his family. How they have grown! What a treat to have families come back to share their experiences and reconnect.
Same technique.
Same motion. Keep your basics strong.
In Aikido, hand techniques and weapons training work together to deepen your understanding, sharpen your movement, and strengthen your foundation.
Become a member of Aikido Shin Do Kan and train in hand techniques and weapons daily. Complete your understanding.
🥋 Open 7 days a week
🥋 All classes taught by Gentil Pennewaert Shihan, 7th Dan Aikikai
🥋 Orange County’s premier Aikido dojo
Train with purpose. Strengthen your basics. Join us on the mat.
Important lesson - look where you are going.
Direction is important. Watch the full lesson on Aikido-OrangeCounty.com
Subscribe to the aikido mastery channel…but always continue training.
And it looks so effortlessly when done correctly. Pushing down only brings the uke closer. Gentil Pennewaert Shihan takes this opportunity to demonstrate direction and timing.
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For Gentil Pennewaert Shihan, timing is the easiest part. Don’t focus on what’s ahead too much, you have to stay present and be ready for the change. That’s the aikido way…
“Take away the balance and just enter. Aikido allows you to complete the technique while your partner blends with perfect timing.” Gentil Pennewaert Shihan, 7th Dan Shihan
08/16/2026
Join us September 12–13, 2026 for a special Aikido Fall Seminar with Gentil Pennewaert Shihan, 7th Dan Aikikai.
This two-day seminar is an opportunity to step onto the mat, train alongside fellow students, refine your technique, and deepen your understanding of Aikido under the guidance of Pennewaert Shihan.
Whether you are a beginner or an advanced practitioner, all levels are encouraged to attend.
All levels welcome
Come for the training. Stay for the community. Leave with a deeper connection to your practice.
Save the date and join us on the mat.
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| Monday | 6am - 7am |
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| Tuesday | 6:15pm - 8:30pm |
| Wednesday | 6am - 7am |
| 6:15pm - 8:30pm | |
| Thursday | 6:15pm - 8:30pm |
| Friday | 6am - 7am |
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| Saturday | 9:45am - 1pm |
| Sunday | 11am - 12pm |