ABOUT THE FOUNDER

The Art of
Building Better
Human Beings

More than 30 years of traditional Japanese Aikido dedicated to helping people become stronger—in body, mind, and character.

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE AIKIDO BY THE BAY

AUTHENTIC TRADITION

Direct lineage from Iwama, Japan. We preserve the art as it was intended.

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EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTORS

Decades of experience teaching students of all ages and backgrounds.

STRONG COMMUNIY

A supportive, welcoming environment where everyone belongs.

LIFELONG GROWTH

More than techniques. Aikido develops character, confidence, and resilience.

MY JOURNEY

A Lifelong Path of Learning & Service

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EARLY LIFE

Mauritius

Born in Mauritius, started Karate in 1978.

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AIKIDO

Australia

Started Aikido, a path that would change my life.

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JAPAN

Iwama, Japan

Live-in student myself at the Founder's dojo.

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FOUNDED

ABB

Started my mission to share authentic Aikido.

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TODAY

Teaching

Continuing to learn, teach, and help people.

MEET THE ABB TEAM

Daniel Brasse

Head Instructor, 5th dan

Bruce Mendenhall

Senior Instructor, 5th dan

George Lane

Instructor, 4th dan

Michel Vidal-Naquet

Instructor, 4th dan

Joice Chan

Instructor, 3rd dan

Marinela Aquino

Instructor, 3rd dan

Glafira Valencia

Instructor, 2nd dan

Marcel Barraza

Instructor, 2nd dan

OUR COMMUNITY

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KIDS

ADULTS

FAMILIES

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SENIORS

LAW ENFORCEMENT

CORPORATE

Aikido is more than A Martial Art.

It's a way of life.

Whether you're looking for self-defense, personal growth, on a stronger connection with your family, you'll find it here.