We conduct general weekly classes for adults, teens and youth students. These sessions are open to anyone regardless of experience level or age. Parents are encouraged to stay and observe during youth classes,
Our schedule is Wednesday and Friday afternoon. Youth program is from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Adults & Teen program is from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Sensei conducts a “Yudansha” or advanced black belt class at least once per month and often more frequently. These sessions are conducted on Saturday’s between 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please see the dojo calendar for specific dates.
At several times throughout the year we host special training events (gasshuku). These workshop and seminars are often lead by guest instructors. The purpose of the events is to provide a greater variety of training on specialized areas of interest to the instructors. MWA has hosted highly regarded professional aikido instructors covering a variety of aikido styles and affiliations. Here are the scheduled events for 2025:
Spring Workshop on May 9 & 10, 2025
Our first gasshuku will be lead by Craig Thomas Naylor 5th dan. Sensei’s draws from his extensive experience to share All levels of skill from beginner to veteran aikidoka. The workshop schedule is Friday 5/9 6:00 – 7:30 p.m., Saturday 5/10 Morning Keiko 10:00 – 12:30 Afternoon Keiko 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. A $45 donation is requested from those in attendance.
Annual Summer Seminar on June 20 – 21 – 22, 2025 in our Livingston MT dojo.
We are proud to host Sensei John Messores 7th dan for our signature Summer Weekend Seminar. Come for the terrific aikido training and aiki community gathering, but stay for the adventure that only South Central Montana offers. We are the gateway to the Grandaddy of the U.S. National Parks (YNP) and surrounded by nature’s wonders. Bring the family to partake in the exploration, hiking and all kinds of outdoor activities available in our neighborhood.
This summer marks the 6th time we will have Messores Sensei share his gifted instruction. As one of Mitsugi Saotome’s original students and the most senior instructors of Aikido Schools of Ueshiba (ASU) Messores Sensei provides personalized and hands on training. Our events are intimate gatherings. The dojo facility is well appointed and comfortable. Our door is always open to everyone, regardless of training experience or organizational affiliation. We frequently receive comments on how inclusive and welcoming our MWA members treat others.
