Calgary Aikikai
An aikido community

Congratulations Chris and Andrew!

Posted on January 31, 2026 by Arran Fisher

Today, Chris Hayward was presented with his 6 Dan promotion certificate and Andrew Barron received his 5 Dan certificate last week. Congratulations to them both for these milestones.

Chris has been a major contributor to the continued success of the dojo as an instructor, Technical Coordinator and Dojo-cho and former President of the Calgary Aikikai Board. His is the first 6 Dan promotion at Calgary Aikikai since Inaba Sensei’s, many years ago.

Andrew has been an instructor for many years and a long time member of the Board and Technical Committee.

Calgary Aikikai wouldn’t be the same without these two fine individuals and we couldn’t be happier for them!

Winter One-Day Aikido Intensive

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Beau Calvez

Please join us for a special one day intensive on Sunday, March 1st. Taught by local instructors at Calgary Aikikai and finishing up with a small social event following the intensive. Open to all we hope to see you on the mat.

Regular Schedule Begins on Saturday, Sept. 6

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Arran Fisher

Please note that we do not have any regular classes Sept. 1 – 5 as we recover from what was an absolutely momentous weekend of training and celebration. On Saturday, Sept. 6, we will resume our full programming with Adults, Youth, and Children.

See you on the mat!