Aikido: The study of harmonious power
Aikido is a non-competitive martial art that explores dynamics between partners within the context of Japanese culture. The study of aikido increases flexibility, endurance, and balance. Most students find that it reduces stress and increases the ability to focus. In Aikido we strive for agatsu: the control of ourselves.
Bloomington Aikido @ Indiana University
Bloomington Aikido has a decades-long tradition of bringing this Japanese Martial Art to Indiana University students and residents of Bloomington and the surrounding communities.
Join Us!
Everyone is welcome at this dojo! Please stop by the Bill Garrett Fieldhouse, Room 095 on our training days to watch a class or jump in and try it for yourself. We pride ourselves on being welcoming and inclusive. Please join us!
Announcing our Spring 2025 Seminar
April 11-13, 2025
with John Messores Shihan
Bloomington Aikido is pleased to announce that we will be hosting John Messores Shihan on April 11-13, 2025. Aikido students of all affiliations and experience levels are welcome!
John Messores holds the rank of nanadan (7th degree black belt) in Aikido. He is one of the most senior instructors in the Aikido Schools of Ueshiba organization, and among the highest ranked Americans affiliated with Aikido Hombu (Aikido world headquarters).