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Aikido of Berkeley

Aikido of Berkeley
Kayla Feder Sensei presents an in-depth study of Koshinage with some additional related studies of Kokyunage and Iriminage.
For more information on the Uchi Deshi program, go to https://aikidoofberkeley.com/uchi-deshi-program/
"Aikido of Berkeley is a place where people can learn solid Aikido and the principles of the Art of Peace." - Kayla Feder Sensei Aikido of Berkeley is an inclusive dojo community founded by Kayla Feder Sensei, and supported by several adjunct instructors and a thriving community of students and friends. Beginners and advanced practitioners are welcome. We have classes both virtually and in Ohlone park in Berkeley to accommodate the range of needs and COVID-19 regulations. For more information and a class schedule, go to https://aikidoofberkeley.com/ About Kayla Feder Sensei Kayla Feder Sensei (6th Dan) began her Aikido training in 1973 at the age of 9 and has trained continuously for 47 years. In 1980 she began studying as a direct student and uchi deshi to Morihiro Saito Shihan, 9th dan in Iwama, Japan, then travelled with Saito Shihan as his uke for a European tour. Saito Shihan was an apprentice to the founder, Morihei Ueshiba (O’Sensei) and was one of O’Sensei’s longest training students. In subsequent trips to Japan Feder Sensei trained with a number of other Shihan who trained under the founder. Feder Sensei has also trained with and been strongly influenced by Doran Shihan, Nadeau Shihan, Saotome Shihan, and Ikeda Shihan. She received the rank of 6th dan in 2004. Feder Sensei has taught seminars throughout the US, Europe, and Israel. In addition to her Aikido accomplishments she received a Masters degree in Holistic Health Education from JFK University in 1998. Feder Sensei’s teaching style supports the individual growth of each student. She has created a warm and welcoming community at Aikido of Berkeley. Feder Sensei also includes yoga and meditation practices as part of the training at Aikido of Berkeley.
Kayla Feder Sensei's class representing the U.S. for the 2020 International Aikido Federation Seminar.
Will Letchworth takes his Black Belt test on May 4th, 2019. Stay tuned for Revenge of the Fifth! For more info and to take a free online or in person class (abiding by COVID-19 guidelines), please go to https://aikidoofberkeley.com/
Ozben Felek's black belt test September 10, 2016 For more info and to take a free online or in person class (abiding by COVID-19 guidelines), please go to https://aikidoofberkeley.com/
For more information about our instruction and dojo community, visit https://aikidoofberkeley.com/ For more information about Ozben Felek and her healing practice, please go to https://www.felekacupuncture.com/
For more info, or to attend a class, go to https://aikidoofberkeley.com/ About Kayla Sensei: Kayla Feder Sensei began her Aikido training in 1973 at the age of 9 and has trained continuously for 47 years. She studied directly under Morihiro Saito Shihan, 9th dan traveling to Iwama, Japan in 1980. Saito Shihan was an apprentice to the founder, Morihei Ueshiba (O'Sensei). He was one of O'Sensei's longest training students. In subsequent trips to Japan, Feder Sensei trained with a number of Shihan who trained under the founder. Feder Sensei has also trained with and been strongly influenced by Doran Shihan, Nadeau Shihan, Saotome Shihan, and Ikeda Shihan. She received the rank of 6th dan in 2004. Feder Sensei has taught seminars throughout the US, Europe, and Israel. In addition to her Aikido accomplishments she received a Masters degree in Holistic Health Education from JFK University in 1998. Feder Sensei's teaching style supports the individual growth of each student. She has created a warm and welcoming community at Aikido of Berkeley. Feder Sensei also includes yoga and meditation practices as part of the training at Aikido of Berkeley.
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