A Capital Region Martial Arts Dojo
Dedicated to Self Improvement and Defense
Through the Practice of Traditional Aikido
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Aikido Northway Welcomes
Christopher Mulligan Sensei!
Our first major seminar brought together members and visiting practitioners for four classes of focused training at Siena University.
Aikido Northway was honored to host Christopher Mulligan Sensei, 7th Dan Shihan and senior instructor at Sandokai Aikido Kyoto, for a special seminar at Siena University on August 7–9.
Over four classes, Mulligan Sensei led participants through taijutsu, bokken, and jo practice, emphasizing careful movement, technical precision, and fresh ways of approaching familiar principles. The seminar brought together Aikido Northway members and visiting practitioners for a weekend of focused training and exchange.
Some of the participants in Aikido Northway's inaugural seminar led by Christopher Mulligan Sensei, 7th dan, Aikido Kyoto
We are especially grateful to Mulligan Sensei for traveling from Japan to teach us and for sharing his experience so generously. His visit also marked an important milestone for Aikido Northway as our first major seminar since the dojo’s founding.
Participants especially appreciated "the high level of instruction forcing you to get outside your comfort zone and adopt a new perspective."
"[It was] good to work with partners from other dojos and be exposed to different training methods," said another participant.
The seminar was held at Mulligan Sensei's alma mater, Siena University, where Cooper sensei is a member of the History Faculty
Thank you to everyone who trained with us, visited, helped with setup and organization, and contributed to making the weekend possible. We look forward to continuing to create opportunities for serious training, regional exchange, and connection with the wider Aikido community!
Good training and good times were had by all!
Christopher Mulligan Sensei to lead Seminar at Aikido Northway!
May 15, 2026
Aikido Northway is honored to welcome Christopher Mulligan Sensei, 7th Dan Shihan and senior instructor at Sandokai Aikido Kyoto, for a special weekend seminar at Siena University.
Mulligan Sensei is a Siena College graduate and longtime Aikido practitioner with deep roots in New York and Japan. He trained for eleven years in Japan, including at Aikikai Hombu Dojo in Tokyo, and now teaches at Aikido Kyoto.
The seminar is open to Aikido practitioners of all affiliations and experience levels.
Early registration rates are available through July 15.
Dates: August 7–9, 2026
Location: Marcelle Athletic Complex, Siena University
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Aikido Northway Joins Doyukai North America
July 16, 2026
Aikido Northway is pleased to announce that we are now a member dojo of Doyukai North America.
This affiliation strengthens our connection to Aikido World Headquarters, Hombu Dojo, and to a wider community of North American dojos committed to serious, high-quality training in the Hombu Dojo Aikikai lineage.
Membership in Doyukai North America supports Aikido Northway’s continuing development as a dojo grounded in traditional practice, technical excellence, and meaningful relationships with instructors and practitioners throughout the broader Aikido community. We look forward to the opportunities for training, exchange, and collaboration that this new affiliation will bring.
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New Class Schedule Begins in January
December 30, 2025
We’re pleased to announce an expanded and updated training schedule starting in January.
New Thursday Evening Class
Beginning in January, we are adding a new evening class on Thursdays from 7:00–8:00 pm. This additional class gives members more flexibility and another opportunity to train consistently each week.
Updated Monday Evening Schedule
Monday evenings will now follow this revised format:
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Open Mat: 6:30–7:00 pm
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Regular Class: 7:00–8:00 pm
The open mat period is an informal training time for warm-ups, individual practice, review, or quiet experimentation before class.
All Levels Welcome
All classes and open mat sessions are open to students of all levels. Whether you’re new to Aikido or have years of experience, you’re welcome to participate in any session.
We look forward to training together in the new year and continuing to build a strong, supportive practice community.
Get Ready to Celebrate!
July 1, 2025
Aikido Northway is proud to welcome instructors from across the Northeast and Canada for our Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, September 6th.
Guest instructors include:
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Greg Angus, 6th dan
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Charles Colten, 6th dan
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Kevin Grace, 5th dan
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Aimee Bel, 5th dan
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Bill Whyte, 2nd dan
Free and open to the public—everyone is welcome to attend!
Whether you're curious about Aikido or just want to watch, you're invited to join us.
No experience necessary.
📍 Location: 963 Main Street, Clifton Park, NY
🕛 Time: Doors open at 12:00 PM
🎎 Activities: Classes and demonstrations run through 4:30 PM
🍵 Refreshments provided
Come see what Aikido is all about, meet the instructors, and discover what training at Aikido Northway can offer you!
Classes Begin at Aikido Northway!
June 5, 20205
We’re excited to share that Aikido Northway officially opened its doors on June 2 with the launch of our summer soft opening! Classes are now in session in Clifton Park, and it's been a joy to welcome our first students onto the mat.