Jikishinkan ("Direct Mind") Dojo is a non profit organization devoted to the teaching and practice of Aikido, a powerful yet compassionate martial art and spiritual discipline where control is achieved through blending with, rather than confronting the energy of the attack. Chief Instructor and Dojo-cho Stewart Johnson Sensei began training in Aikido in 1992 and is ranked Yondan (fourth degree black belt). Particular emphasis is placed on the link between Buddhist teaching and Aikido, and the importance of the development of mindfulness through Zazen (meditation training). The core of our Aikido teaching is best represented by the following statement by the founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba O-Sensei: "Opponents confront us continually but actually there is no opponent there".

Our practice includes both adult classes and a comprehensive youth program for ages 6 - 13.

We are part of the Zenshinkai Aikido Association, a national Aikido organization founded by Greg Noble Sensei.

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Jikishinkan Dojo now affiliated with Zenshinkai Aikido Association

On October 31, Jikishinkan Dojo became a founding member of the Zenshinkai Aikido Association (ZAA), headed by Greg Noble Sensei. Noble Sensei is Godan (fifth degree black belt), Aikikai, and has extensive experience training and teaching Zazen. This change represents a return to the principles and original purpose of the dojo and its parent organization, the Brooklyn Buddhist Association.

Interested in Learning More?

Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you might have. Guests are welcome to come by and watch a class. We offer classes 6 days a week, check our schedule for days/times.