Still Mind Aikido Westchester NY

The benefits of training in Aikido go far beyond being able to defend yourself. It is an ideal martial art if you're looking for individual improvement and a sense of internal and external balance. One of the great aspects of Still Mind Aikido is the collaborative spirit, and the incredible support given while learning the techniques from Sensei and fellow students in the dojo. I’m in my eighth year of training, as is my son...and my daughter is going on her fifth year. We have all grown immeasurably from our practice of Aikido at Still Mind. I have made life long friends, here and abroad, have traveled the country training in other dojo’s and experiencing other teachers, and have learned more about myself and about how to manage the difficult situations of life. Aikido has practical applications in my regular work day, in raising my children, and even in being a volunteer firefighter. Its principles can be applied to all of life, aikido is not simply relegated to being a means of self defense. It is a true Budo. It has been an incredible journey thus far, and behind it all has been my Sensei, Steve Kanney and my family at Still Mind Aikido. I can only hope that everyone has the type of experience I've had at the Still Mind dojo.

Great place to learn. Many classes availble morning and late afternoon. I have learned alot about the mental aspect of martial arts. Mr. Kanney is always asking his students if there is anything specific they want to work on. Also the last 15 to 20 minutes are used for weapons techniques.

My daughter loves her kung fu classes here..

It has been few years now since I joined. My son started intially and I became interested watching the lessons, how the sensei ran the class. I do not think you can ask for a better sensei.

Great place to learn, unwind, make some new friends.

There is not large egos to get in the way, we are all there to learn, help each other learn.

So come join us.

It would not be an overstatement to say that learning Aikido has changed my life. I started in Jan of 2006, and am still going strong. This is an excellent place to train. The instructor is very knowledgeable, skilled, and patient. The students are welcoming. The classes are always fun, challenging, and interesting. Since moving into the beautiful new space in White Plains, opportunities to cross train with kung fu and tai chi are available in the same facility. Students are encouraged to study the art from many different vantage points---with other Shihan, at seminars, and even by studying other styles. It makes for a very lively training environment.
There is also a family atmosphere here. My children have been training for 5 years, and there are several siblings who all train together. Parents who train are welcome to help out in the kids' class (I am an assistant instructor in the children's program). The children's program here is truly unique. Sensei is very sensitive to the needs of each child, and manages to walk the perfect line between being disciplined, but not overly harsh, and letting kids have fun. I know that my own children have gotten huge benefits from their training.