Our son’s time at Florida Aikikai was time well spent! Darius Sensei was particularly wonderful. His patience, calm and welcoming spirit were so appreciated.

This an excellent dojo. The facility itself is great, with a large open space that helps the training flow. Thete are classes available everyday (morning, afternoon and evening) which makes incredibly convenient and on top of that you have great Senseis. It is really an incredible opportunity to train under the tutelage of Peter and Penny Bernath sensei.

My son has been studying at the Florida Aikikai dojo for over 2 years now, it’s perfect for him, sensei Helen is AMAZING with kids, my son was a bit shy and she managed to coerce and involve him in all of the activities, and kept him interested and growing. He is now a mid belt and proud of every stripe and belt.

We are incredibly grateful for everything you’ve taught our son over the years—the skills, discipline, and mentorship have meant so much to him and to us. We truly can’t say enough great things about the program and all of you. We will deeply miss being part of this wonderful community.

This is an amazing school with awesome instructors, and friendly people. People of all ages and skill levels train here. The facility is clean and well organized. The fees are very very reasonable. I absolutely recommend this place….

5 stars – family friendly….. all the sensei’s believe in character building for the kids, it’s all part of the art.

Huge mat and clean facility. Peter Sensei and Penny Sensei are the best. Train with incredible talented teachers who have oodles of experience in a family friendly environment. Most established Aikido dojo in SE United States with most direct lineage to Hombu and O Sensei.

I could not have asked for a better place to train! The people I train with here have become extended family.

My son has been taking classes, attended summer camp, now winter camp. The program is amazing. The instructors are so truly kind, patient, and loving toward the children. I have 4 kids who have been in numerous programs through the years, never have I experienced such an amazing program and group of people. Highly recommend!

So lucky to live near one of the best Aikido dojos in the US… The dojo is beautiful, people are amazing, and the instructors are second to none… People often stop in when traveling from around the world just to be able to train under Senseis Peter and Penny.

Super awesome place my 6yo and I love it and go as often as we can! Kid is so excited to get all the belts too.

One of the best Dojos that I have ever trained. It is a luxury be under Peter and Penny Bernath teaching. The space and the tatami are perfect, and I can bring my kids with me while I train, which is a huge plus after becoming an aikido mother!

Peter and Penny Bernath Sensei offer an amazing training opportunity for anyone who is interested in Aikido. Having two Shihans in a single schools gives students a rare opportunity in itself but having a male and female perspective at a Shihan level is an absolute gift for those that can attend their classes.

Very easily one of the best dojos in the country. I have trained all over the US, and Florida Aikikai is one of the few dojos that gets top marks in all categories. Peter Bernath Shihan provides some of the highest caliber instruction I have encountered that is always clear and consistent, and all the instructors do an excellent job meeting those high standards. The senior students are always very friendly and welcoming, and the the dojo as a whole has a friendly family-like atmosphere. You will quickly feel right at home here.

Excellent the kids loved it! Loved the instructions, the way they helped the kids the kids were very satisfied. Would recommend this class to kids.

Absolutely the best experience! My children have both taken martial arts previously. I have a background in several martial arts disciplines, however Akido, and in particular this Akido studio is very special!! I highly recommend Akido Florida Aikikai.

The kids classes and camps are awesome – my kids love it! 🙂

My daughter spent most of her summers at their kids camp. It was a great experience. The staff are all very kind and I always felt like my daughter was safe there.

She learned a lot in her time there. She actually wound up using the skills she learned at Aikido Florida Aikido to defend herself at school before the school year ended. I was so proud of her, but more importantly, she was proud of herself.

I’m as thrilled as my son is that he’s back for another summer at the dojo–the best, most caring instructors and staff give these kids an awesome, safe, fun and creative summer with a balanced mix of martial arts, games and arts and crafts.

Our special needs daughter has spent 3 summers at Florida Aikikai. She has earned every stripe and every belt. Helen Sensei, Keith Sensei, Darius Sensei, Marisa Sensei and Julia Sensei run a beautiful Dojo. Thank you to all of you for all you do!

Florida Aikikai offers high quality instruction and training. I’ve been training in Aikido for 47 years and feel fortunate to now be with Florida Aikikai. I continue to be inspired by the skill and leadership of Shihan Peter Bernath and Shihan Penny Bernath. Men, Women, young and old train joyfully together at this dojo.