In the words of O'Sensei
"Budo is not a matter of physical strength, the handling of weapons with great skill,
nor the ability to strike another person down before he can do the same to you.
It is the path toward eternal wisdom and spiritual understanding.
Nevertheless, if it is not effective in actual practice, it loses its spiritual value and uniqueness as well.
In true budo, there is no enemy.
You shouldn't train to become strong or to be able to defeat an enemy but rather that you can be of use to world peace."
"Budo is not a matter of physical strength, the handling of weapons with great skill,
nor the ability to strike another person down before he can do the same to you.
It is the path toward eternal wisdom and spiritual understanding.
Nevertheless, if it is not effective in actual practice, it loses its spiritual value and uniqueness as well.
In true budo, there is no enemy.
You shouldn't train to become strong or to be able to defeat an enemy but rather that you can be of use to world peace."
Sensei Ron, Nidan began studying the martial art of aikido in 1995 under the tutelage of Sensei Chris Gaston with the Roanoke Budo Kai where he practiced as part of an independent group. He then received shodan in 1999 and that year Ron along with his wife Irene moved to Troutville to enjoy the AT Trail across the street. Then in 2007, under Sensei Aviv Goldsmith, Dojo Cho of Aikido of Fredericksburg, Ron was promoted to nidan and continues to attend seminars and training sessions in the Fredericksburg/Richmond areas as a member of the TAA. He has also practiced yoga for over 20 years and incorporates its principles into his aikido practice.
Sensei Ron, Nidan , is one of the founders of Blue Ridge Aikido & Yoga, LLC, located at the foothills of the Appalachian Trail, and is dedicated to sharing Eastern traditions in a supportive environment that nurtures each student's uniqueness. We offer classes in an unhurried approach providing individual attention to the various skill levels to enable each student the opportunity to experience the joy of movement and well being from the practice of these healing arts. Aikido, "the way of peace, & Yoga = union. The peaceful union of Aikido & Yoga.
Monthly Aikido Sessions
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Adults: $60
Students: $40
Families: $90
Drop-in: $10
Students: $40
Families: $90
Drop-in: $10
Our Introductory Class is Free Call 992-2212 to schedule an appointment. New students are seen at 5:30pm.
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