Aikido of Tamalpais

Aikido of Tamalpais offers aikido classes that include aikido training and weapons practice with bokken and jo (sword and staff). Training includes learning to fall safely and painlessly, and each class includes both fundamental foundations and advanced aikido training. Classes are tailored to the full range of skill levels present on the day of the class, and the program offers a free introductory class.

• Schedule: Office hours include options on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with morning and evening times on some days

Aikido of Tamalpais has been a center for the study of the Japanese martial art of aikido since its establishment in 1976. It was founded by Wendy Palmer, George Leonard, and Richard Strozzi-Heckler, who received their black belts from Robert Nadeau Sensei and Frank Doran Sensei. The program is affiliated with the aikido world headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, through Aikido Shimbokukai. Its stated mission is to be a dedicated Aikido community that finds that Aikido works great for their well-being. Students regularly come from Mill Valley, Fairfax, San Rafael, Belvedere, Larkspur, the nearby Marin area, and occasionally from San Francisco to take part in a variety of aikido classes.

Last updated March 28, 2026.