We LOVE NOLA Aikido! My 11-yo looks forward to every practice session. As a parent, I appreciate how family-oriented the studio is: parents are always welcome to observe classes and Sensei Brian is very attuned to each student's strengths and needs. I especially love the way Aikido is a practice of both physical and mental mindfulness and agility, and Sensei Brian uses lessons to reinforce concepts of self-regulation and self-awareness, in ways that relate even off the mat. The monthly membership is reasonably priced and functions similarly to a yoga studio membership- kids are encouraged to attend as many classes as they like! Overall, the studio is a warm,... read full review
March 2024
Words cannot express how happy we have been with my 9 year old son's experience at NOLA Aikido. Brian Sensei and the whole community are very patient and wonderful with children. My son has learned so much and practicing Aikido has been a really important part of his development. We love NOLA Aikido!
November 2023
My 10 year old son has been a student of Brian Sensei/Laura Sensei/NOLA Aikido since the beginning of the pandemic and has become quite fond of the practice of Aikido. Pride, concentration, confidence, patience, and kindness are just a few of the positive results we have noticed over the years. Our child has immersed himself in the Japanese culture by beginning his journey into learning the language and dreams of visiting Japan someday soon. We are so proud of the hard work and focus from the teachers, adults, and children of the dojo and our son plans on continuing his journey with this martial art at NOLA Aikido!
We LOVE NOLA Aikido! My 11-yo looks forward to every practice session. As a parent, I appreciate how family-oriented the studio is: parents are always welcome to observe classes and Sensei Brian is very attuned to each student's strengths and needs. I especially love the way Aikido is a practice of both physical and mental mindfulness and agility, and Sensei Brian uses lessons to reinforce concepts of self-regulation and self-awareness, in ways that relate even off the mat. The monthly membership is reasonably priced and functions similarly to a yoga studio membership- kids are encouraged to attend as many classes as they like! Overall, the studio is a warm,... read full review
Words cannot express how happy we have been with my 9 year old son's experience at NOLA Aikido. Brian Sensei and the whole community are very patient and wonderful with children. My son has learned so much and practicing Aikido has been a really important part of his development. We love NOLA Aikido!
My 10 year old son has been a student of Brian Sensei/Laura Sensei/NOLA Aikido since the beginning of the pandemic and has become quite fond of the practice of Aikido. Pride, concentration, confidence, patience, and kindness are just a few of the positive results we have noticed over the years. Our child has immersed himself in the Japanese culture by beginning his journey into learning the language and dreams of visiting Japan someday soon. We are so proud of the hard work and focus from the teachers, adults, and children of the dojo and our son plans on continuing his journey with this martial art at NOLA Aikido!