Aikido of Bend is a non-profit club that offers training in traditional aikido, a martial art originating in Japan. We emphasize training for fitness and self-defense. We are not out to impress anyone or throw people around for show. Our goal is to help you achieve better health, concentration, stamina, and flexibility while attaining the skill and knowledge necessary to give you the edge in any physical confrontation. Feel free to come in and observe a class. We welcome beginners as well as individuals with previous martial arts experience. Our training in empty-handed technique is complemented by training with wooden sword and staff.