Durango Shin Budo Kai Aikido

Durango Shin Budo Kai Aikido is a martial arts school in Durango, Colorado. This nonprofit 501c3 dojo offers training in Aikido, a Japanese martial art focused on non-violent conflict resolution, as well as traditional weapons-based arts including bokkendo and jodo. The school serves all members of the community through affordable classes designed to cultivate mental and physical strength.

Established in 2002, the dojo provides instruction in the Shin-Budo Kai style of Aikido. The curriculum includes Aikido-based self-defense techniques, the use of the wooden sword and wooden staff, genkido mind/body coordination exercises, and misogi meditative practices. The school's educational mission is guided by the traditions of Budo and the teachings of Shizuo Imaizumi, who studied under Aikido originator Morihei Ueshiba. As a member-run organization, the dojo emphasizes self-mastery, or victory over oneself, rather than victory over others.

The school is located on W 32nd St, near Mountain Middle School and the Animas Museum. It is a short drive from Memorial Park and sits just a fraction of a mile from East 32nd Street and Main Avenue.

Durango Shin Budo Kai Aikido is recognized for its long-standing commitment to the region, having shared the art of Aikido with the wider community for over 20 years. The dojo maintains a 5.00 rating, reflecting its dedication to providing a welcoming and inclusive space for all humans.

Through its focus on discipline and respect, Durango Shin Budo Kai Aikido remains a premier destination for martial arts practice in Durango.