Newport Beach Aikido Orange County
2018 Quail St, Newport Beach, CA 92660, Newport Beach, California
Classes & Programs
Class Types
- Aikido
- Weapons Training
Age Groups
- Adults
- Kids
Skill Levels
- Advanced
- All Levels
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Highlights & Considerations
Highlights
- Family-run, welcoming atmosphere
- Experienced, attentive instruction
- Clean, well-maintained facility
- Plenty of parking
- Healthy organic home-made lunches at camp
- All-ages and all-levels classes
- Strong community and camaraderie
- Safe environment with focus on fundamentals
Testimonials
Rating Distribution
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Excellent
"It’s great dojo. I have learned a lot of wonderful things from the class. Everyone is very kind and teaches me in an easy to understand way."
- Yumi Sugano
via Google
2/10/2025
Excellent
"2024 update: Sensei has now reached 7th Dan/Shihan, and is one of the highest ranking Aikido Sensei in the US, and the World!. My daughter reminds me there are very few non-Japanese to reach this level. The Dojo also teaches weapon practice with Tanto, Jo and Boken. You leave feeling like the last ..." Read more
- Catboy 2020
via Google
9/1/2024
Excellent
"Newport Beach Aikikai Aikido is a true gem. My two boys (6 and 7) just completed the summer camp. The kindness and expert guidance in this beautiful craft was top notch. They were patient when they needed to be and direct when needed. After only one week my boys hold their heads hirer and take more ..." Read more
- Christy Griswold
via Google
7/13/2023
5.0
(35 reviews)
Business Hours
- Monday: 6-7AM,6:15-7:30PM
- Tuesday: 12:15-1PM,5:15-8PM
- Wednesday: 6-7AM,5:15-7:30PM
- Thursday: 5:15-8PM
- Friday: 6-7AM,6:15-7:30PM
- Saturday: 9:45AM-12:45PM
- Sunday: 11AM-12PM
Instructors
Gentil Pennewaert
Sensei, Shihan
Second generation Aikido teacher trained under an original student of O-sensei. From Belgium, he previously ran an aikikai there. Teaches nearly every class, focuses on fundamentals, safety, and clear, disciplined instruction.
Certifications:
- 7th Dan/Shihan - Aikikai (2024)
Location
Amenities
- Clean facility
- Fountain and bench at entrance
- Organic cooked lunches and snacks
- Parking
- Shrine with authentic decor
- Water provided