The Aikido Association of North America is a non-profit, tax-exempt educational organization formed to bring Doshinkan Aikido to the widest possible audience, and to insure that the caliber of teaching is maintained at the highest level. The Association maintains a professional teaching staff, standardizes teaching practices, assists in the formation of new clubs, organizes special classes, and serves as a vehicle for communication among the many teachers and students throughout the United States and other countries. Kancho Yukio Utada and other Association representatives often give informative demonstrations to introduce groups to Doshinkan Aikido.

AANA is chaired by Kancho Yukio Utada, 7th Dan.

Board Members

Meiyo Kaicho (Honorary Chairperson)
Mr. Yoshitaka Ishii

Komon (Advisor)
Mr. Masatomo Inoue

Yakuin (Officers)

President
Yukio Utada

Secretary
Jonathan Hollin

Treasurer
Yumiko Kikuchi

To receive more information, contact the Doshinkan Headquarters Dojo at the address below:

Aikido Association of North America (AANA)
5836-38 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 483-3000

Financial contributions to further the growth of AANA are tax deductible. Contact the Association for information.

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