Aikido Heiwa

Specialties

Classical martial arts education, self-​defense principles, Women’s Self-​defense and empowerment classes, physical fitness, physical therapy, health and wellness. Family and individual lessons and private training is also available.

History

Established in 2002.

Aikido Heiwa — Martial Arts for Peace began as an effort to bring traditional martial arts training and values, with a non-​competitive atmosphere to the north Seattle communities. Aikido is known for its non-​agressive, but practical training for personal growth and self-​defense skills building. It is an ideal practice for people looking to not practice fight-​sport martial arts or who want something more intellectual and spiritually substantive for themselves or their children to learn. The Heiwa dojo was created by an instructor with over two decades of teaching and training experience, but an attitude that he too is always a student and in that he continues to train regularly and refine the work for his students’ benefit.

Meet the Business Owner

Holloway W.

Business Owner

Mr. Holloway began martial arts training in 1982 as a teenager. He has extensive training in Kenjutsu, Iaijutsu, Nihon Goshin Aikido, and of course Jujutsu /​Aikido (main), and additionally some experience in Karate, Judo, KungFu, and Russian Systema. Mr. Holloway was the assistant instructor for two other schools before the Heiwa Dojo opened. He has been active in training work for both Military and Law enforcement, as well as regular volunteer training for women’s shelters and homeless groups for self-​defense application. Mr. Holloway’s education also includes counseling, physical education and therapeutic work.