Discover the Art of Aikido
Hudson Valley Aikido, home to Rishinkan Dojo, offers expert Aikido instruction led by Copp Sensei, a Yondan (4th-degree black belt) certified through Zenshinkai Aikido Association.
As dojo cho and chief instructor, he brings almost 20 years of experience and training. Ongoing involvement in the ZAA ensures students receive high-quality instruction rooted in a martial lineage.
Assisting him is Zeh Sensei, a Nidan (2nd-degree black belt) in Aikido with a strong martial arts background, including a Sandan (3rd-degree black belt) in Okinawan Goju karate.
Hudson Valley Aikido offers structured, engaging programs for adults and children, emphasizing technical proficiency, practical self-defense, and personal growth in a supportive, disciplined environment.
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Aikido isn’t just self-defense—it’s a path to harmony, confidence, and inner strength. Whether you're a beginner or seeking to refine your technique, our dojo welcomes all who wish to move with power and purpose.
