Jiai Aikido

9.0
980 Buenos Ave #1c, San Diego, CA 92110
Perfect for:
Traditional martial arts enthusiastsBeginners
Closed today
Jiai Aikido interior

About

Jiai Aikido in San Diego, California has been serving the community for over 20 years, offering a unique blend of traditional aikido with influences from other martial arts like Systema and Tai Chi. The dojo features a spacious, well-maintained training area with sprung floors and beautiful mats, creating an ideal environment for both regular practice and seminars. The facility maintains strong connections with the international aikido community and hosts the annual Aikido Bridge Friendship Seminar.

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9.04/10

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9.2715 reviews
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Facility Quality imageFacility Quality
9.0911 reviews
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Public Review Sentiment

Google
Based on 21 Google Reviews
The dojo maintains an overwhelmingly positive reputation with consistent praise for its instruction quality, facility maintenance, and community atmosphere.
Last Updated 15 Apr 2025

Instructors

The instructors, particularly Cat Strada Sensei and Tom Liu Sensei, bring extensive experience and diverse martial arts backgrounds to their teaching. They are consistently praised for their technical knowledge, patient teaching style, and ability to make complex concepts accessible.

Facility

The dojo features a large, well-maintained training space with professional-grade mats and sprung floors. The facility is consistently praised for its cleanliness and appropriate training environment.

Pricing

Monthly membership includes unlimited aikido classes and access to San Diego Systema training. The pricing structure includes family discounts and appears to be competitive for the area.

Facility

Well MaintainedSpaciousSprung floorsProfessional matsSpacious training area

Gym

Supportive VibeWelcoming VibeExcellent Safety

Instructors

ExperiencedPatientKnowledgeableDiverse martial arts background

Classes

GiAdvancedKids ClassesAdult friendly

Pricing

Good ValueFree trialTransparent Pricing

While specific trial details aren't advertised, the dojo welcomes visitors and new students to experience classes.

Location

Ample ParkingGood Accessibility

Opening Hours

Closed today
Monday 12 - 1PM
Tuesday 12 - 1PM, 6 - 7:30PM
Wednesday 12 - 1PM
Thursday 12 - 1PM, 6 - 7:30PM
Friday 12 - 1PM
Saturday (Today)Closed
Sunday 10:30AM - 12PM

Location

Located in San Diego with good accessibility for local and visiting students.

Address

980 Buenos Ave #1c, San Diego, CA 92110

Website

https://sandiegoaikido.com/

Phone

+1 619-892-0295

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior martial arts experience to join?

No, the dojo welcomes practitioners of all levels and provides appropriate instruction for beginners.

What styles of martial arts are taught at the dojo?

The primary focus is Aikido, with additional influences from Systema and other complementary martial arts.

Are visitors from other dojos welcome?

Yes, the dojo regularly welcomes visiting practitioners and maintains strong connections with the international aikido community.

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