Aikido of Maine

What a warm, structured, lovely place for my anxious 8-year-old. Very happy to have found this community.

Reviewed on Facebook

I want to thank Sensei Ania Small and the Aikido Of Maine's members great hospitality in welcoming me to their dojo. Also thank you so much for allowing me to share my Aikido views with you. I highly recommend this dojo for Aikido training if you live in the area of Portland. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Great group of people. Very welcome and supportive.

Reviewed on Facebook

Such a wonderful place and great instructors. Everyone in the dojo is so incredibly welcoming. I find myself gaining more and more confidence after each class. I would recommend this dojo to anyone interested in even just checking out what aikido is. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Aikido of Maine is a very special place. For several years I have wanted to return to the study of martial arts but had a difficult time finding the right place. Aikido of Maine blends the art, philosophy and safety consciousness that I think is important for making the practice and study of Aikido fun and comfortable but also very constructive and useful. After one month of regular classes, I already feel like I am changing mentally and physically. My strength, coordination, mental focus are improving. It is easy to feel empowered and strong. My daughter and I started at the same time and she too is showing signs of the same type of positive change. Ania and Gary Small are wonderful teachers. They are the type of people you want teaching your children. I am thrilled to have them as my teachers as well. I am yet to meet a member of the dojo that I don't like. Everyone is respectful, careful and eager to help new members and seasoned members alike.AOM is a really wonderful place. After two weeks I began recommending it to many of my patients and friends and I will continue to make this recommendation for physical and mental health optimization. More...

Reviewed on Yelp