
Message from Yamada Sensei
I am sorry I am not able to be at Donovan’s funeral this weekend. I hope you understand but with the current situation, it’s not possible for me to make the trip. Instead, I would like to share a short message to express my condolences to Donovan’s family and students and friends. It came as such a shock to me to hear the sad news about Donovan on February 22nd. I know it was felt the same way for everyone around the world. I have always said that Donovan was like a son to me, from the time he came to live as a young ushi deshi at NYA and even on our recent phone call for my birthday, just … Read More

Summer Camp 2021 Canceled
As spring returns and the weather allows us to enjoy being outside, we thought it important to notify you that the USAF summer camp for 2021 is unfortunately canceled due to the ongoing pandemic. Please know that we are already in discussions with the Dolce Seaview Hotel regarding camp in 2022, and hope that circumstances improve so we are able to reunite for one of our favorite weeks of the year. We will keep you posted as time progresses, and in the mean time, we hope you remain healthy and well! … Read More

Sale of Harvey Konigsberg Print to Benefit NY Aikikai
Harvey Konigsberg has created a new print, O-Sensei with Sword, a 16" x 20" archival print, hand-signed limited edition of 450 on 100% cotton canvas. The print will not be stretched, giving the donor the option of stretching or framing it themselves. All the proceeds from the sale of the first 50 prints minus the cost of production will be donated to the New York Aikikai. The first 50 prints are available for the special price of $145 (regular price $375.) Shipping is free. Custom sizes available. www.harveykonigsbergart.com … Read More
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Join Us April 17! USAF Aikido for Kids Online Class!
We are excited to invite you to the Aikido For Kids Online Class taking place on Saturday, April 17 at 1 pm EDT (12 pm CDT / 10 am PDT) featuring guest instructor Helen Reynolds, 3rd dan - Florida Aikikai. Each class in our Online Series hosts instructors from our diverse … [Read More...]

Join Us For The USAF Aikido Online Class! APR 10!
We are excited to invite you to the next class in the USAF Aikido Online Series. This will take place on Saturday, April 10 at 1 pm EDT (12 pm CDT / 10 am PDT) featuring guest instructors Ray Farinato, Shihan - Aikido of Fairfield County (Connecticut), Lauren Mallas, Shidoin … [Read More...]

Summer Camp 2021 Canceled
As spring returns and the weather allows us to enjoy being outside, we thought it important to notify you that the USAF summer camp for 2021 is unfortunately canceled due to the ongoing pandemic. Please know that we are already in discussions with the Dolce Seaview Hotel … [Read More...]
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Summer Camp 2021 Canceled
As spring returns and the weather allows us to enjoy being outside, we thought it important to notify you that the … [Read More...]

Information Regarding Funeral Services For Donovan Waite Sensei
Please click the link below to view the information provided by the Waite family regarding the funeral services for … [Read More...]

Sad News to Share
It is with deep sadness that we must announce the passing of our dear friend and teacher, Donovan Waite. We were … [Read More...]
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Sale of Harvey Konigsberg Print to Benefit NY Aikikai
Harvey Konigsberg has created a new print, O-Sensei with Sword, a 16" x 20" archival print, hand-signed limited … [Read More...]

Aikido In The Rain
During a rainy weekend while sitting in thought about my time in aikido, I was distracted by the individual rain … [Read More...]

Harvey Konigsberg Sensei – A New Documentary
Dear Aikido friends, We are delighted to announce that the documentary about Harvey Konigsberg Shihan’s subtle … [Read More...]