Aikido club of Lafayette Welcomes You
We teach self control not just self defense
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Mission & Values
21st century education carries with it a mix of new challenges and promising tools. Our Martial Arts School offers a flexible program, innovative techniques and fresh methodologies. But at the core of our mission, lies our commitment to providing an engaging, respectful and rewarding learning environment.
This unique approach, together with our top quality faculty, makes Aikido club of Lafayette one of the best schools in Lafayette Indiana. Explore our engaging and diverse course schedule, and get in touch with our team to schedule a free trial class.
Professional Training
Share Your Passion
At Aikido club of Lafayette, we believe learning never stops. Our comprehensive training program offers more than just self defense. You will learn self control come in and give us a try Our club is guided by Soke Thomas Burdine
Soke Burdine has trained and demonstrated nationally and internationally, and has worked with many esteemed Martial Arts Masters, such as Kenji Tomiki, Isao Takahashi, Ed Parker, Aaron Banks, and Prof. Frank DeFelice. Soke Burdine also holds high black belt ranks in Judo, Ju Jitsu, Karate, and Tai Jutsu, as well as in other various Japanese, Chinese, and Okinawan disciplines.
In 1983, Soke Burdine retired from a twenty-one year career with the Lafayette City Police Department. During this time he gained expertise in riot control, was a juvenile detective for one year and received periphery law enforcement training in the United States of America and in England. Prior to his Law Enforcement employment, Soke Burdine served four years in the United States Navy
Meet the Aikido club of Lafayette Team
Where the Passion Begins
Aikido club of Lafayette has an outstanding team of dedicated teachers and instructors, all of whom are determined to help students succeed. Our team members offer support and guidance, uniquely tailored to each student.
The Late Thomas Burdine Soke
Advanced Course Instructor
Tim McIver Shihan
Advanced Coarse Instructor
Brian Brown Dai-Soke
Advanced Course Instructor
If you’d like to join our team, contact us today.
Great Team of Instructors
Shihan Rodney Ball
Shihan Mike Brady
Shihan Steve Wargo
Shihan Greg Buzzard
Shihan Gary Stair
Sensei Derick Heacock
Sensei Rob Bigler
Expand Your Horizons
Classes and Courses
Are You Ready?
Aikido club of Lafayette is committed to providing courses that not only fit every skill level and background, but also infuse our supportive and innovative teaching approach. Check out our current course offerings below.
Intermediate Course
Growing Together
Advanced Course
Dive Right In
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Mission & Values
Get in Touch
We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to contact us with questions or special requests.
111 S 7th St, Lafayette, IN 47901, USA
(765) 423-1962
