Aikido

Aikido literally translates as the "Way of Harmony" and is a modern Japanese martial art purely focused on self-cultivation and non-aggressive self-defense. On a physical level, Aikido develops flexibility, fitness, and technical skills that result in throws, rolls, falls, and locks. On a psychological level, Aikido refines discipline, selfless attention, and compassion. Among Asian martial arts, Aikido is known for its focus on form, elegance, and nonviolent conflict management.
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Leave the stress of your everyday life behind and  get back into your body to rediscover with Aikido the joy of movement together with others.
                             Antonio and Aikido hot off the press!                             
​Check out the article in the ​Evanston RoundTable:

World Aikidoka

Antonio Terrone is the chief instructor at the Lakeshore Aikido Club. He holds an Aikikai 5th degree black belt (godan) and began his Aikido studies in Italy in 1988 to then continue in France and the Netherlands. Since then he has learned the art from some of the best known Aikido senseis from Europe, Japan, and the United States.

Beside teaching at the dojo, Antonio offers cultural classes about Japanese martial arts at Northwestern University. He also writes and publishes about Aikido and budo. His most recent publications include articles in the world-renowned Black Belt Magazine, the journal Spirituality Studies, and his own book The Moon in the River: The Budō Path to the Empty Mind.

What people say of Antonio Terrone Sensei

and the Lakeshore Aikido Club...

姿勢が綺麗で、技の流れ、
アントニオさんの雰囲気がとても気に入りました。
私の目指している合気道の方向性が同じであることが嬉しいです。

"I really like Antonio's beautiful posture,
the flow of his techniques, and the aura he exudes.
​I'm glad that the direction of Aikido that I'm aiming for is the same as his."

Yoshida Tomoyuki Shihan, 6thdan Aikikai and Senior Instructor at Osaka Aikkai Foundation, Osaka, Japan.
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Isabel:

"The Lakeshore Aikido Club has been an extremey nourturing environment where to continue developing my Aikido practice.

​The instruction is clear and patient - balancing Aikido excellence with a sense of community. I couldn't recommend it enough, whether you're experienced or just a beginner."
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Nick:

"Training at the Lakeshore Aikido Club has sharpened my Aikido skills and also my mind.

​Antonio Sensei offers a great blend of traditional Aikido with practical advice for being succesful in whatever you set your mind to."
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Giulio:

"Sensei Terrone provides solid Aikido and great fundamentals for his growing students.

I am always happy to share the tatami with them and looking forward to the next time."
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Jeff:

​"I've trained with Sensei Terrone for over 10 years. His teaching approach is accommodating to both beginner and high level practitioners.

Sensei Terrone trained in Europe, Japan, and the United States undr the best instructos in the world, and this is the level of instruction I expect when I train at the LAkeshore Aikido Club." 
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Khari:

"I joined the Lakeshore Aikido Club a year ago to gain new experience, supplement my art, and much more.
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Antonio Sensei is ​a passionate instructor,  eager to share his knowledge and expertise with any and all interested."

Inspiring Teachers...

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Christian Tissier     Shihan
 Yoko
Okamoto 
  Shihan
Tomoyuki Yoshida Shihan
Seishiro Endo
Shihan
  Ginny Whitelaw Roshi 
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           Doshu 
 Moriteru Ueshiba
Wilko Vriesman Shihan
Seigo Yamaguchi Shihan

Ready to Embark on Your Aikido Journey?


Come and Join Us Now

Children (6-13 yrs) Classes - Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm
General Classes (14 yrs and older) - Mondays & Thursdays 7:15-8:15pm

​PLEASE COME AND CHECK US OUT!
FIRST CLASS FREE!

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    (includes student manual and dojo ID)                    $45                             $50  
            Monthly Fee (once every month):                     $65                             $75  
  
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       Annual Registration Fee (includes: uniform, student manual, dojo ID)   $45       Monthly Fee (once every month):                                                               $50

                                                     
  SPECIAL OFFERS AND PACKAGES 

NEW!!!    Parent & Child Aikido Membership (1 parent + 1 child):

Annual Registration Fee:   $50
Monthly Dues:       $60

                 
              New adult members:               
            
First 2 Months for the price of 1 
plus Free Uniform and belt! 

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Enroll with a friend and both of you get 20% discount for the first year!

                                                           
合
Ai

"Union"

Bring a friend and you will both receive
ONE MONTH FREE
​upon registration
気
Ki

"Energy"

10% discount to all local High School and College/University Students including staff and faculty!​
道
Do

"The  Way"

Application fee includes a copy of the unique LAC Aikido Student's Guidebook!
               To submit your payments and monthly dues, we accept:

                                   - Checks payable to Lakeshore Aikido Club
                                   - Zelle ([email protected])

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​Classes Days and Hours:

Mondays:    7:15-8:15PM  

        Thursdays: 6:00PM-7:00PM

                          7:15PM-8:15PM


Please be sure to arrive 10/15 minutes earlier to settle in
​Thank you!

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A Passion for Asian Cultures and Wisdom
Besides being an Aikidoka, I am a scholar of East Asian cultures, politics, and religions. I currently serve as associate professor of instruction at Northwestern University in the Department of Asian Languages and Cultures. 
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With my Tibetan Buddhist teachers at the Dza Merchen Mountain retreat in Eastern Tibet (Qinghai, 2002)
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