Perhaps you need to reconsider this belief! That's all it is, you know... a belief! We're not sure why Aikido appeals to more mature students, but it does. Maybe it is because of its great stress-relieving benefits, it's practical life philosophy, it's tendency to keep you young, limber and strong, it's reliance on leverage instead of physical strength or maybe because Aikido can be practiced at any level of intensity. Whatever the reason, many are surprised to discover that about half of our students are between ages 40-65.. Of course, adults under age 40 are welcome to come play, too!
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Power,
Achievement & Friendship
"With the feedback and encouragement from Jeff and Miho Sensei and fellow students I have developed a greater self awareness and new found energy I didn't know existed."
Instructors with connections to
the Founding Family's Aikido School in Japan
Unlike most martial arts schools that teach "hybrid" styles, our authentic, traditional Japanese Aikido style gives students a chance to focus on and master one style. As a student of Castle Rock AIKIDO you will receive rank and promotions certified through the founding Aikido school in Japan!
Husband and wife team, Jeff Albright and Miho Shiraki, have over 25 combined years of Aikido training. They've trained throughout the United States and Japan for many years.
A Playround for Grown-Ups
We love kids. However, our program is exclusively for adults. You might even say that our program is "a playground for adults." Children already have so many different programs for them to participate in. It's time us adults to have a place and an activity just for ourselves.
Working adults and parents need a place where they can get a great workout, shake off daily stress and not have to think about children or other family obligations for a few hours each week. In fact, it is very common for parents and couples to train Aikido together!
In Aikido you work with partners to practice techniques. That means you need to be able to trust your partner. Castle Rock AIKIDO creates a strong environment of trust as such, injury is extremely rare. We attract students who are interested in learning to improve themselves, not to learn how to hurt people.
We are very proud of the students who practice in our Castle Rock Aikido Dojo (school). Advanced students generously work with the newer students. This helps the new students improve their skills quickly. Our strong sense of community makes each and every class fun and social.
Convenient Evening Class Schedule
"I like the friendly, personalized instruction and the variety of different practice partners."
No need to rush from work just to get to class on time. Our evening class times are late enough so that our students have time to get home from work, eat dinner, spend time with their families, and STILL have time for Aikido.
Contracts? Who needs contracts?!
Most martial arts schools will make you sign a long-term contract when you get started in order to keep you as a student. We don't think this is fair. In our opinion, if a martial art school's program is good enough, they shouldn't have to force you to stay. Don't you think?
We understand that sometimes life can interfere with Aikido training. Our students love the fact that we do not have contracts and can come and go as they please.
Aikido for Beginners and Advanced Students Welcome!
If you haven't practiced AIkido before... don't worry! You'll fit right in. New people are always joining class and you never have to try anything you don't think you can do.
If you have practiced Aikido before or are an experienced Aikido-ka then you will appreciate the level of skill and sophistication Jeff and Miho bring to the mat for more experienced Aikido students.
Jeff & Miho have an impressive Aikido lineage. They have trained with several well-respected Aikido masters including Masando Sasaki Sensei, Kei Izawa Sensei, Junichiro Shiragami Sensei and Morihei IIo Sensei. Read more about Jeff & Miho by clicking HERE.
We are pleased to announce the DVD release of AIKIDO BASICS with Jeff Albright Sensei. A 40 minute supplemental Aikido training video.
Or, if you live anywhere between the Denver Metro and Colorado Springs ares you can Get one FREE by CLICKING HERE!
Think You're Too Old for Martial Arts? Think Again!
Residents Over 50 Taking Up Martial Arts
There's something strange going on in Castle Rock. Residents over fifty years old are beginning to practice a Japanese martial art called Aikido (pronounced 'eye-key-doh'). Aikido isn't exclusively for men and women over fifty, but Aikido does seem to have an affinity for that age group. "I think it is because Aikido is a great form of exercise and a powerful form of self-defense, but still allows you to go to work on each morning without being covered in bruises and broken bones," says instructor Jeff Albright.
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Personal Message from the Instructors
We are a fun and friendly group who all want to get the most out of our lives. We are always looking for people who want to be a part of our fast growing Aikido community. We believe that Aikido training in Castle Rock is a great way to not only learn to defend yourself and stay fit, but to also improve your whole life.
We know you're going to love practicing Aikido with us and we look forward to meeting you soon.
Sincerely,
P.S. A Final Thought From One of Our Students
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People often describe Aikido as "dance-like" This "dance-like" quality is an important and critical safety component of Aikido. You could practice Aikido's techniques at full force, but you would quickly run out of training partners due to injury! It also wouldn't look nearly as pretty.
Castle Rock AIKIDO... in the News!
As published on YourHub.com on May 28th 2007
- Steve
GIS Lab Manager, University of Denver
Castle Rock AIKIDO Student from Denver
- Paul
Cardiovascular Specialist
Aikido Student from Parker
"Aikido is my meditation and I always feel great after class because it helps me shake off daily stresses. I'm very happy to have found Castle Rock Aikido. It is a wonderful school with a great vibe... I couldn't have asked for anything better."
- Sue
Project Manager, Electronic Data Systems
Castle Rock AIKIDO Student from Colorado Springs
"Jeff & Miho Sensei have a rapport with their students unlike any I have ever seen."
- Sean
Doctor / Writer / Entrepreneur
Castle Rock AIKIDO Student
"The great thing about Aikido is that after a long day at work I can clear my head and focus on training and learn the art."
- Doug
Homeland Security
Castle Rock AIKIDO Student
Aikido is not only a fun martial art and a great stress-relieving exercise, but a practical philosophy useful in everyday life and in everyday situations. CEOs, business managers, civil employees, teachers, students and parents learn Aikido training to help be more productive, level-minded and to help improve their conflict resolution skills.
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"I have always wanted to study traditional Japanese Aikido (instead of the 'Americanized' Aikido/Ju-Jitsu/Karate system I studied in college) and your program is more than I could have asked for. The instruction is great, you guys are very professional and respectful towards the students. The students are respectful and helpful towards each other, and I'm having a LOT of fun."
- James
Architect
Castle Rock AIKIDO Student from Littleton
"This is the closest thing to PLAY you can get as a grown-up! I never feel intimidated and everyone is super-friendly."
- Cari
Clincial Laboratory Scientist
Aikido Student from Castle Rock
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