Instructors for St. Louis Ki Aikido
- Richard Blanke, Head Instructor of STLKI Aikido and Board President
Godan (5th degree black belt) in Aikido, Jouden in Mind/Body Oneness (Dynamic Meditation), Associate Ki Lecturer teaching certification, and Assistant Examiner certification from Ki Aikido International.
Our Board of Directors plays a pivotal role in the success and development of St. Louis Ki Aikido (STLKI). Led by Richard Blanke sensei, who serves as the Head Instructor of STLKI Aikido and also holds the position of Board President, leading our board members to bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the organization.
The Board of Directors' collective wisdom and dedication ensure the continued growth and success of STLKI, fostering an environment where individuals can learn, grow, and thrive in the art of Ki Aikido.
- Tomoyuki Nishino, Senior Instructor STLKI Aikido
Godan (5th degree black belt) in Aikido, Jouden in Mind/Body Oneness (Dynamic Meditation), Associate Ki Lecturer teaching certification, and Assistant Examiner certification from Ki Aikido International
- Alice Hall, Senior Instructor STLKI Aikido / Board Vice-President
Yondan (4th degree black belt), Chuden in Mind/Body Oneness (Dynamic Meditation), Assistant Ki Lecturer teaching certification from Ki Aikido International
- Keith Thorn, Senior Instructor STLKI Aikido
Sandan (3nd degree black belt), Shoden in Mind/Body Oneness (Dynamic Meditation)
ST. LOUIS KI AIKIDO MOVED TO OUR NEW DOJO LOCATION AT MARY INSTITUTE AND COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL! Effective January 2, 2023, St. Louis Ki Aikido began conducting all of its regular classes {same schedule until further notice} in the dance studio of MICDS (in Bldg.5). at the Mary Institute and Country Day School (“MICDS”), located at 101 North Warson Road, Ladue, Missouri, 63124 [for parking use Entrance #1 on Ladue Rd. for “Parking Lot C”].
CLICK HERE for pin of dojo location map at MICDS
