When Yu Sensei traveled from Korea to Japan, after completing his college and military service, he was attracted to the dynamic martial art demonstrated at the Yoshinkan Aikido Honbu in Tokyo. Yu Sensei was selected by Shioda Sensei to go to England, where for 10 years he worked to successfully establish Yoshinkan Aikido. Among his prominent students is Anthony Yates Sensei, now head of the British Yoshinkan Aikido Federation. In 1985 Yu Sensei moved to California to raise his family and establish a dojo. His class members represent an extension of his family, ranging widely in age, and dedicated to developing technical excellence and Aikido spirit.
Training includes weapons, basic movements, and basic and advanced techniques.
These are combined with a mental awareness that provides for a comprehensive approach to Yoshinkan study. There is no competition in Yoshinkan Aikido. Visitors are welcome. 1603 S. Stimson Ave.