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Ikeda Hiroshi was born in Tokyo in 1950. He currently teaches Aikido in the United States and holds the rank of 8th dan, awarded by the Aikidai in Tokyo.

Ikeda Sensei began practicing Aikido in 1968 while a student at Kokugakuin University in Tokyo.

He settled in Sarasota, Florida, in 1976 and taught there from 1978 to 1980 under the guidance of Saotome Sensei.

In 1980, he moved to Boulder, Colorado, to establish a dojo affiliated with ASU (Aïkido School of Ueshiba).

In January 2015, Saotome Sensei recognized Ikeda Sensei as an independent instructor within the ASU, allowing him to pursue his own projects.

In 2016, Ikeda Sensei joined the Shimbokukaï organization.

Ikeda Sensei currently lives in Boulder, Colorado, where he runs his dojo, Boulder Aïkikai.

He travels frequently to conduct seminars in the United States and many other countries. Since 2009, he has led an annuel international seminar in Le Vigan (Gard department, France).

Why Hiroshi IKEDA Shihan ?

To offer a unique experience to practitioners of all levels, allowing them to discover an expertional teacher, a dictinct vision of Aikido, and a unique approach to relating to others.

To strengthen bonds among local and international practitioners. Hiroshi IKEDA Shihan is globally recognized, holding regular seminars in France, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey, Brazil, Japan, and elsewhere. He has a dedicated following of practitioners who attend his seminars regularly.

As the president of the Harmonie Le Vigan association notes : « The international Aikido Seminar in Le Vigan is one of those special places where more than 200 practitioners from around ten different nations come together and forge strong bonds of fellowship an camaraderie. »

In the context, Jean LIARD, founder of the Aikido Dojo Luisantais, has been attending SAOTOME Senseï’s training sessions in Le Vigan every summer since 1991, and IKEDA Senseï’s since 2009.

The Aikido Dojo Luisantais is a club in the Centre-Val de Loire region, affiliated with the FFAAA federation. It has 80 registered members as of 2025, supervised by certified instructors (holding 3 DEJEPS, 1 CQP and 2 BF qualifications) and led by Jean LIARD (7^th Dan).

Jean LIARD has positively influenced the journeys of many aikidokas.

His career and his commitment to leadership roles at the local, departmental, regional, and national levels serve as an outstanding example of integrity and dedication.

After practicing judo starting in 1953, he founded the Aikido Dojo Luisantais in 1971.

Aikido Ranks :

• Black Beld (1st Dan) : June 15, 1974
• Black Beld (5th Dan) : January 26, 1991
• Black Beld (7th Dan) : March 13, 2018

Elections and Terms of Office :

• 1986 – 2024  : President, Centre League (FFAAA)
• 1986 – 2008  : Assistant Treasurer, FFAAA Federation
• 1991 – 2004  : Auditor, Centre Region Olympic Commitee
• 2000 – 2004  : Member, FFAAA Awards Comission
• 2008 – 2020  : Treasurer, FFAAA Federation
• Since 2022  : President of the Association of Youth, Sports, and Social Cohesion Medialists

He has consistently and unfailingly embodied the demeanor of an accomplished aikidoka, a « Master » in the noble sense of the word. He is universally recognized for his modesty, as well as for the wisdom he has always demonstrated in resolving conflicts.

Jean is a guide who empowers his students to take the initiative. He knows how to prepare and encourage them for their rank examinations and readily advises them to also seek instruction from experts of diverse backgrounds.

He also respects the choices of members who wish to practice Aikido purely for enjoyment.

His knowledge and passion regarding the history of Japan and the evolution of Aikido, both in France and internationally, are values he loves to share with anyone who asks.

Dates and schedule

• Friday Dec 11th
  6.00 to 8.00 pm
  (1 class)
• Saturday Dec 12th
  9.30 to 11.30 and 3.00 to 5.00 pm
  (2 classes)
• Sunday Dec 13th
  9.30 to 11.30 and 2.30 to 4.00 pm
  (2 classes)

IMPORTANT : Preferentiel rate before November 10th

Online registration is available until November 30th, 2026, inclusive (on-site registration is possible only for the workshop/training course).

Adress :
Complexe sportif Jean Bouin
21 rue Jean Bouin 28600 Luisant
France
(agglomération de Chartres)

Do you have a question regarding the major event we are organizing for the 55th anniversary of the Aikido Dojo Luisantais, which includes an international Aikido seminar ? Contact us today !