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We're working on a momentum-based technique on a test.  When it's done well, the attacker's legs slide out from under them!
Head instructor Sanpisa finishing a throw at a Kokikai national camp
Aikido works because attacks are stopped before they reach full strength, or allowed to over-extend. This technique stops a strike early.
Co-instructor Samantha demonstrating ikkyo,
Practicing a jo (staff) kata
We had a visiting instructor all the way from Australia!
Class photo with a visiting black belt from San Francisco.  So many conferences in the LA area means we get a lot of great people visiting!
The sankyo wrist lock is a powerful way to control the attacker without injury.
Attacking during a belt test!
In the middle of one of our bigger classes...
Aikido Kokikai Orange County Martial Arts

AKOC offers friendly and personalized classes. Aikido is very adaptive to different body types and ability levels, and our small classes allow for personalized instructor attention for every student. Aikido gives a valuable break from the day when you can focus on the mind-body connection. Along with martial arts technique, we hope you will walk away from our classes with better balance, positive mindset, fitness, and calm.

Website: aikidokokikaioc.com

Phone: (657) 888-4009

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  • Tue 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

16632 Hale Ave, Ste 150 Irvine, CA 92606 ·2172.01 mi

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A K. 08/17/15

These Aikido classes are amazing as they are taught outside in a relaxed environment. The students vary in skill, so everyone can check it out, even if you are a beginner like me. Sanpisa has...

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Nancy D. 03/27/25

Great exercise, but with a goal of relaxing, confidence, balance, self confidence, posture. The instructors are wonderful and caring. Try it if you are looking for a martial art. the best thing...

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Greg A. 08/30/15

I'm biased because I love practicing Aikido and am engaged to Sanpisa Sensei... but the instruction here is pretty awesome! Thanks Sam Sensei and Sanpisa Sensei for great classes, a fun learning...

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Colette G. 04/28/17

The instructors are great with beginners and really make the effort to make sure you understand the techniques. As someone who was new to Aikido before attending my first class, I am very please...

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