Aikido of Cincinnati is a non-profit organization founded in 1972 and affiliated with the USAF (United States Aikido Federation), the largest Aikido association in America headed by Yoshimitsu Yamada Shihan.
The head instructor of Aikido of Cincinnati is Charlie McGinnis Sensei, Ryokudan (6th degree Black Belt) and Shihan (Master Aikido Instructor).
Aikido of Cincinnati has over 140 students and 46 Yudansha (black belts). Our spacious dojo is located at 4727 Red Bank Road in Cincinnati.
There are over 20 classes offered each week at Aikido of Cincinnati! Each class lasts about an hour and a half. Our children's program is open to children from 6 years of age.
Students may attend as many classes as they like. We recommend 2-3 classes per week.
For additional training opportunities, seminars are provided on a local, national, and international basis throughout the year. Keep a watch on our seminar page for new seminars.
People interested in learning more about aikido and Aikido of Cincinnati are welcome to come watch a class. No appointment is necessary. Please check our schedule at www.aikidocincy.com.
People interested in trying a free introductory class may come to the Saturday 10:45 am class on the second Saturday of each month.