ABOUT US
2845 N Kedzie Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 457-0120
“Amazing teachers in a beautiful space. Aikido has become such a positive force in my life. These folks helped me get there.
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Our Story
Logan Square Aikido was founded to serve the Logan Square Community and surrounding areas by offering instruction in the discipline of Aikido, with an emphasis on physical and personal development. As a 501(c)3 non-profit educational institution, we are organized to preserve and teach the traditional discipline of Aikido in order to provide a community in Chicago where individuals from all backgrounds may develop themselves through training together and where we can bring high-quality teachers to our school and provide scholarships that further the training of our students.
We offer a free trial classes for members of the public to experience Aikido, and our Zen meditation sessions are also open to the public by donation.
Logan Square Aikido is a member of Birankai North America, an organization founded by T.K. Chiba Shihan to promote quality instruction and practice of Aikido. Birankai is recognized by Aikido World Headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.
Logan Square Aikido does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, ethnicity, sexual preference, or national origin. Welcoming anyone and everyone, regardless of background, is central to our mission and our practice.
Instructors
Chief Instructor: Enmei Hunter, 5th-degree black belt
Shidoin (certified teacher)
Enmei Hunter began training in Aikido in 1994 and holds the rank of 5th Dan (fifth degree black belt) and and is certified to teach by Birankai North America. In addition to her Aikido training, Enmei is a student of Ikebana (Japanese flower arranging), having studied with Seiko Nakashima Sensei for more than 10 years and studies zazen under the direction of Sozan Miller Roshi.
Chris Wagner, 4th-degree black belt
Shidoin (certified teacher)
Chris Wagner began practicing Aikido in 2004. He currently holds the rank of 4th Dan (fourth degree black belt) and is certified to teach by Birankai North America.
MORE FROM OUR STUDENTS:
“Training at the dojo has not only made me healthier physically, but it taught me how to remain calm and thoughtful during stressful situations, which has been invaluable throughout my daily life.
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“Logan Square Aikido is a remarkable community of diverse people who connect around their training and a great place to start and/or end your day!”
“I love being on the mat because it makes me feel alive, so I’m immensely grateful for the chance to study Aikido at this dojo.”