Aikido of Red Bank has strong roots in the practice of traditional Aikido, a powerful, yet peaceful, martial art. We are affiliated with the United States Aikido Federation, headed by Y. Yamada, 8th dan, Shihan, direct student of the founder, Morihei Ueshiba, or O'Sensei.
Chief Instructor James Soviero has been practicing Aikido since 1991 and holds the rank of Godan, or 5th degree black belt. He is a certified instructor, Shidoin, recognized by the United States Aikido Federation. He continues to grow his skills by training at the NY Aikikai weekly and by attending several seminars conducted by Shihan (master instructors) every year.
Aikido of Red Bank was voted Best Martial Arts School in Monmouth County in the 2011 Asbury Park Press Readers Choice Awards for the second year in a row. See our site at http://www.aikidoredbank.com/index.html for more information.