The London Aikido Club - Walthamstow

I was quite lucky to find the right dojo to learn Aikido. I like the philosophical aspect of Aikido as well as the efficient techniques. You get the maximum effect with minimum effort. I have great respect for the head of our dojo, Andy Hathaway sensei who follows the Iwama style of Morihiro Saito Shihan sincerely. My first day at the dojo 14 years ago was just an experiment but I have been hooked since then and Aikido has become a major part of my life now. You can’t expect to become a good ...

A professional full time dojo practicing Takemusu Aikido. A nice friendly and sociable place to learn Aikido,Japanese etiquette and the Japanese sword and Spear obviously the wooden variety for safety. If interested go to thelondonaikidoclub.co.uk Matthew

I love the dojo because of the thorough teaching styles of all the instructors, the mutual respect and the family-like unity and closeness between all members: seniors and beginners. Andy Hathaway sensei teaches not only the aikido, but self-discipline and the importance and meaning behind everything he does.

I'm so pleased I chose The London Aikido Club. Real, traditional aikido taught by excellent instructors, especially Andy Hathaway Sensei. You learn Japanese etiquette, unarmed techniques, as well as weapons (using a wooden sword and spear). The classes are challenging and really enjoyable at the same time. And the people are lovely! Beginners are always welcome, so come join us.

The London Aikido Club have excellent instructors and I'm very glad to join the dojo and the Iwama style. London is a particular city where it's easy to live a general uncomfortable life due to many social aspects. Martial Arts, I believe, are the best recipe to improve your own attitude to others and psychologically-physically to yourself. This is the perfect place to build something about knowledge and healthy living avoiding any kind of competitions in a western world too much saturated of...