Calgary Rakushinkan
Calgary Rakushinkan is a martial arts dojo in northwest Calgary dedicated to traditional and classical Japanese martial arts, in operation since 2011.
We offer training for adults and a dedicated Kids Aikidō program, introducing young practitioners to budō etiquette, posture, movement, and character development in a respectful and encouraging environment.
We continue the teachings of Sensei Ishikawa Tomohiro and the Rakushinkan in Japan, preserving methods passed down through generations.
Adult and teen training includes Aikidō, Daitō-ryū Aiki-jūjutsu, and Japanese sword arts such as Kenjutsu and Iaijutsu, along with related weapon traditions — offering students both practical skills and a direct connection to authentic Japanese martial heritage.
Calgary Rakushinkan
Calgary Rakushinkan is a martial arts dojo in northwest Calgary dedicated to the practice of traditional and classical Japanese martial arts.
We continue the teachings of Sensei Ishikawa Tomohiro and the Rakushinkan in Japan, preserving methods passed down through generations.
Training includes Aikidō, Daitō-ryū Aikijūjutsu, and Japanese sword arts such as Kenjutsu and Iaido, along with other related weapon traditions — offering students both practical skills and a connection to authentic Japanese martial heritage.
At Calgary Rakushinkan we practice both modern and classical Japanese martial arts. Our training includes Aikidō, the art of blending with an opponent’s force; Daitō-ryū Aiki-jūjutsu, the classical system at the root of Aikidō; kenjutsu, the traditional study of the Japanese sword fighting; and iaijutsu, the art of drawing the sword. Together, these arts form a rare integrated curriculum that connects students with Japan’s martial heritage while offering a living practice for today.
Why Train at our Dojo?
Not all martial arts are the same.
Some emphasize competition and striking; our approach develops balance, calm focus, and responsibility through classical budō principles.
Martial Arts We Teach
What Martial Art is Best for Kids?
Calgary Rakushinkan is one of the few places in Canada to study both modern Aikidō and classical kobudō — including kenjutsu (sword arts) and iaijutsu. We welcome children and adults to explore authentic Japanese martial traditions that go beyond sport or self-defense. Training connects you to the roots of Aikidō and the heritage of the samurai, offering a path of discovery and growth that is rare in Calgary.
Kids Aikido in North Calgay
We believe martial arts training should build more than technique.
Our Kids Aikidō program focuses on posture, balance, awareness, and respect — introducing young students to the foundations of Japanese budō in a positive and structured environment.
Children learn rolling and falling safely (ukemi), coordination, focus, and cooperation — skills that support confidence on and off the mats.
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The Essence of Budo - Our Philosophy
At Rakushinkan, budō is studied as a living tradition — a way to cultivate harmony through the body, not merely to learn techniques. Guided by onko chishin — “to seek the old and understand the new” — our Aikidō and classical weapon arts preserve the spirit of Japan’s old schools while adapting practice for modern students. Through breath, posture, and awareness, training becomes a study of balance in both body and mind.
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Calgary Rakushinkan
カルガリー楽心館
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CONTACT
rakushincalgary@gmail.com
(403) 401-8257