One Dojo

One Dojo is a martial arts school in Boulder, Colorado, offering a diverse range of mind-body disciplines including Aikido, yoga, Tai Chi, Iaido, traditional Japanese Jiu Jitsu, NIA dance fitness, and mindful movement practices. Located at 3005 Sterling Cir #150, the school serves children and adults of all ages, with specialized programs such as the Boulder Ki Aikido Children's Program for ages 5-17 and Safe Falls for Adults. Classes emphasize non-competitive training, inner calmness, physical wellbeing, and spiritual discipline, fostering self-confidence and personal growth. The school is recognized as a top-rated community center, holding a 5.00 rating and winning Best of Boulder for Best Martial Arts Studio (2023-2025) and Best Yoga Studio (2022). With over 40 classes weekly across seven days, One Dojo provides accessible memberships and a welcoming, Zen-inspired environment where students train in harmony with nature and one another.

Founded in 2018 by Abel Villacorta Sensei, One Dojo was born from a vision to create a space where traditional Eastern practices, rooted in Aikido, Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism, could coexist and support holistic development. The name “One Dojo” reflects the mission of cultivating oneness, both within individuals and among the community. The school’s programming includes unique offerings such as Yoga for Every Body in the Scaravelli lineage, immersive Aikido workshops, and outdoor summer camps for children ages 6-12. Classes like Iaido and NIA Dance Fitness are held multiple times weekly, reinforcing the school’s commitment to diverse, embodied learning. The environment is designed to help students develop practical life skills such as focus, connection, and resilience through consistent, mindful practice.

One Dojo stands out in Boulder as a community hub that integrates physical training with deep personal development. Its consistent presence in local recognition, combined with a broad range of disciplines and inclusive programming, underscores its role as a central space for wellness and mindfulness. The school’s emphasis on non-competition, lifelong learning, and the unity of mind, body, and spirit resonates strongly within the Boulder community, making it a distinctive leader in holistic fitness and martial arts education.