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Multnomah Aikikai, Portland, Oregon publishes Dojo News, including thoughtful articles by students and teachers along with dojo updates, events, and news.

Didier Boyet Sensei with uke Neilu Naini Sensei

Didier Boyet Sensei Seminar: March 9-11, 2018

Multnomah Aikikai February 11, 2018

D. Boyet Sensei teaches Aikido and Iaido seminar March 9-11, 2018 at Multnomah Aikikai, Portland OR

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Nov 10, 2024

2024 Aikido Friendship Seminar: Honoring Two Rivers Aikikai

Nov 10, 2024

Hello Portland Aikido Community. As you may know, our friends at Two Rivers Aikikai are making a leadership transition with Spiros Sensei and Lynn Sensei retiring from their long and dedicated devotion to the dojo and handing the reins to Teri Sensei and Michael Sensei.

Nov 10, 2024

Sep 22, 2024

Seminar with D. Bluhm Shihan and R. Savoca Shihan Sep. 27-29, 2024

Sep 22, 2024

Multnomah Aikikai hosts a weekend of intensive training in aikido and iaido led by D. Bluhm Shihan & R. Savoca Shihan, September 27-29, 2024. This seminar will include Aikido black belt level testing!

Sep 22, 2024

Sep 12, 2024

Observing Aikido Class - Demystifying the Dojo Visit

Sep 12, 2024

Starting a new practice can be daunting. I want to encourage you to take the first step and visit the dojo! Not sure what to expect during your dojo visit? Let’s demystify aikido class and walk you through what you need to know.

Sep 12, 2024

Jun 9, 2024

Aikido: Bringing Me Home to My True Self

Jun 9, 2024

The March 2024 seminar with M. Flynn Shihan in Tacoma was my first Aikido seminar - my first big one.

Jun 9, 2024

Jan 1, 2024

How is Aikido Practice Centering?

Jan 1, 2024

In his professional life, Dennis navigates the typical stresses common for a leader. … The dynamic movement of aikido practice allows him to access that elusive experience known as “mushin” - the empty mind, undistracted, and fully present. He finds regular practice to be centering. It keeps him coming back! Click to view video

Jan 1, 2024

Oct 6, 2023

"Fall for Aikido" - start your practice this Fall season

Oct 6, 2023

Will you “Fall for Aikido” this Fall? Aikido class series for adult and teens runs October 11-28. “New Student 3-month Intro to Aikido starts Nov. 1.” Challenge yourself in a safe environment while having fun learning a new skill at Multnomah Aikikai.

Oct 6, 2023

Sep 15, 2023

Open House: Japanese martial arts demonstrations of Aikido, Karate, and Iaido

Sep 15, 2023

Start your journey with traditional Japanese martial arts at our open house event presented by Multnomah Aikikai and Pacific Renbukai. Saturday Oct. 7, 2023. Admission is FREE! Join us…

Sep 15, 2023

Apr 7, 2023

Non-competitive and meditative: iaido practice

Apr 7, 2023

I decided to start in Iaido after developing experience with meditation practice over the past 4-5 years.

Apr 7, 2023

Mar 14, 2023

D. Bluhm Shihan teaches at Multnomah Aikikai April 2023

Mar 14, 2023

Darrell Bluhm Shihan will be teaching a seminar at Multnomah Aikikai April 28-30, 2023. Seminar classes will include aikido (body arts and weapons), a bokken class designed for both iaido and aikido practitioners, and iaido classes.

Mar 14, 2023

Feb 12, 2023

“No” No Mind - A Student's First Iaido Seminar with Boyet Sensei

Feb 12, 2023

I found it took me a fair amount of time to digest the recent—and my first— iaido seminar with Didier Boyet Sensei. Being fortunate enough to have this learning experience early in my Iaidō training was a blessing but there was a vast amount of information to take away.

Feb 12, 2023

Aikido Multnomah Aikikai: Portland OR Martial Arts Practice

Japanese martial arts training in Aikido and Iaido, practice in balance and safe falling

Multnomah Aikikai, Portland Oregon, provides a method of personal development for people of all ages through traditional, practical and sincere training in the martial art of Aikido and Iaido.

Aikido Multnomah Aikikai | 6415 S Macadam Avenue, Portland, OR, 97239, United States