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Aikido is a non-violent Japanese martial art that translates as

"The way of harmonizing life force energy."

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ABOUT CRYSTAL RIVER AIKIKAI

Crystal River Aikikai was established in 2024 to serve the community in and around Carbondale, Colorado. At that time, our Sensei, Ann O'Brien, had been teaching along the Crystal River for 2 years, along with 5 years at previous dojos.

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We are affiliated with the United States Aikido Federation (USAF). The themes of purification, healing and energy flow are resonant with our mission.

About

Our Programs

Free Trial

Join us for a free trial class so you can experience Aikido for yourself! Once you register, we’ll be in touch with more details.

Kids

Our kids’ classes provide discipline, community building, and fun for ages 6-12. As they progress, kids are eligible to test for colored belts / ranks.

Adults / Teens

Teen / adult training focuses on fundamental techniques from the USAF curriculum. All levels practice together.

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Meet Our Instructor

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Ann O'Brien

Instructor and Dojo-cho

Ann O’Brien Sensei holds the rank of shodan (1st degree black belt) with the USAF (United States Aikido Federation). Her teachers have included Mike Jones Sensei, Hiroshi Ikeda Shihan, Tres Hofmeister Sensei, Penny Bernath Shihan and Peter Bernath Shihan. She has attended many seminars with master teachers, and enjoys training with Aikidoka from all over the US and beyond.

 

Ann Sensei taught kids’ Aikido for several years each at Boulder Aikikai and Roaring Fork Aikikai before starting her own program in 2022. She brings great enthusiasm and dedication to the practice.

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Off the mat, she is an intuitive healer, teacher and best-selling author. Learn more here.

"I already see how Aikido is strengthening my ability to be conscientious and empowered in how I respond to what life throws at me. Ann O’Brien Sensei teaches the context and the content of Aikido very clearly - I highly recommend Crystal River Aikikai. "

Kyle - Spiritual Life Coach, Ayurvedic Counselor, Men's Mentor

Contact
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Carbondale, CO
📞 (970) 251-0177

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