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Find Your Calm in the Chaos

"To unify mind and body and become one with the universe is the ultimate purpose of our study." — Koichi Tohei Sensei

Begin Your Practice in 3 Simple Steps

1. Book Your Free Intro Class

Click the button to schedule a time to visit the dojo, meet the instructor, and try a class with no cost or obligation.

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2. View Our Schedule

We have classes for teens and adults every Monday and Wednesday. Find a time that works for you.

Monday: 7:15 PM - 9:00 PM (arrive early to help set up mats)

Wednesday: 7:15 PM - 9:00 PM (arrive early to help set up mats)

The dojo opens at 7:00PM

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3. Visit the Dojo

We are located at the Hillsboro Old Stone School: 37098 Charles Town Pike, Hillsboro, VA 20132

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Monthly Misogi Refresh

Join us on the First Wednesday of every month for a guided practice to clear your mind, reinvigorate your spirit, and wash away distraction. Open to everyone—no membership required.

7:15-8:45 PM
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Transform Your Daily Life

The principles you learn on the mat aren't meant to stay there. They are practical tools for a better life. Ki-Aikido provides a direct way to improve the quality of your life by bringing you into harmony with your environment, other people, and yourself.

Handle Workplace Pressure

Maintain composure during difficult meetings, tight deadlines, and challenging conversations with coworkers or clients.

Sleep More Peacefully

Use relaxation techniques to release daily tension, leading to deeper, more restful sleep and better recovery.

Strengthen Relationships

Learn to stay centered during conflicts, respond rather than react, and create more harmony in your personal relationships.

Stay Calm in Traffic

Use the principles to maintain composure during your commute, transforming road rage into peaceful navigation.

Build Inner Resilience

Cultivate unshakable calm that helps you bounce back from setbacks and face life's challenges with confidence.

Improve Posture & Balance

Develop natural, upright posture and better balance that reduces back pain and prevents falls as you age.

Ready to experience these benefits for yourself?

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You'll Fit Right In

Our students come from all walks of life, but they share a common desire for personal growth and inner peace. See if you recognize yourself:

The Busy Professional

You're navigating high-pressure meetings, tight deadlines, and constant demands on your attention. You're looking for a practical method to manage stress, improve focus, and lead with unshakable composure, turning workplace challenges into opportunities for calm, effective action.

The Parent and Guardian

You juggle the endless responsibilities of family life and often put your own needs last. You're seeking not just an hour of peace for yourself, but a way to cultivate patience and resilience that you can bring home, modeling a more harmonious way of handling conflict and stress for your loved ones.

The Adult Seeking Confidence

You're interested in self-defense but are put off by aggressive, competitive, or high-impact martial arts. You want to learn how to protect yourself and carry yourself with more confidence, but in a cooperative, safe, and supportive environment where the goal is to neutralize conflict, not win a fight.

What is Ki-Aikido? The Art of Calm Strength

Ki-Aikido is not about learning to fight; it's about learning not to. It is a modern Japanese martial art founded on the principle of non-dissension, a way to resolve conflict harmoniously and effectively. Unlike martial arts that rely on aggression or overpowering an opponent with physical strength, Ki-Aikido teaches you to blend with an attacker's motion and redirect their energy.

This unique approach means that relative size and muscular strength become less important. The practice is built on the oneness of mind and body, making it a perfect art for men and women of any age, size, or fitness level to practice together safely and cooperatively.

Founded on the principles developed by Master Koichi Tohei, our dojo creates a sanctuary where ancient wisdom meets modern practice. Here, teen and adult students of all abilities embark on a journey to develop not just physical skills, but a centered presence that transforms every aspect of daily life.

The Ki Society offers five powerful paths to bodymind oneness:

  • Aikido: Learn techniques that lead rather than oppose
  • Ki-Breathing: Transform your relationship with breath to access deeper life energy
  • Ki-Meditation: Cultivate unwavering presence and centered awareness in stillness
  • Sokushin no Gyo (Bell Meditation): Discover clarity by training the body, voice, and mind
  • Kiatsu: Experience the profound healing potential of directed Ki energy

Take the first step on your journey today

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Your Journey Here

Teen and Adult Training

Comprehensive classes for all experience levels, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners

Ki Development

Specialized training to cultivate and direct life energy for deeper experiences of Bodymind oneness

Your Questions Answered

It's natural to have questions when starting something new. Here are answers to some of the most common ones we hear from beginners.

Do I need to be in great shape to start?

Not at all. Ki-Aikido practice develops flexibility, coordination, and fitness over time. Students begin at many levels of physical fitness. The techniques do not rely on strength, and you are always encouraged to practice at a pace that is comfortable and appropriate for you.

Is Ki-Aikido effective for self-defense?

Yes, but perhaps not in the way you might think. The primary goal is to de-escalate conflict and neutralize an attack without causing serious injury. You will learn practical techniques applicable to many types of attack, but more importantly, you will cultivate the calm awareness and confidence to handle stressful situations peacefully and effectively, which is the most valuable self-defense skill of all.

What should I wear to my first class?

For your very first few classes please wear loose, comfortable workout clothing like sweatpants and a t-shirt. The clothing should cover your knees and elbows and be durable, without any zippers or buttons that could scratch the mats or your training partners. We practice barefoot, so no special footwear is needed. We will provide information on where to purchase a training uniform (keiko-gi) if you are interested.

Am I too old to begin?

Absolutely not. Because Ki-Aikido does not depend on strength or athletic speed, it is practiced successfully by people of all ages, from young adults to senior citizens. It is a low-impact activity that improves posture, balance, and flexibility, making it an ideal lifelong practice.

Is there a risk of getting injured?

Safety is our absolute number one priority. The training is entirely non-competitive and fosters an attitude of cooperation and support. A significant portion of the beginner's curriculum is dedicated to learning how to fall and roll safely (ukemi) so you can receive techniques without injury. You will never be asked to do anything that makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe.

Do I need any prior martial arts experience?

None at all. We warmly welcome complete beginners to our dojo community! No prior martial arts experience is necessary—only an open mind and willingness to learn. Our supportive environment makes starting your journey accessible and enjoyable. You'll be learning alongside others at various stages of their journey.

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