About Us
Citi Aikido Cebu is a member of Aikido Philippines which is headed by Cris Buenaseda, 6th Dan Aikikai.
On 21 November 1992, Aikido Philippines gained recognition as an accredited Aikido organization under the Aikikai Hombu Dojo through the effort of Tadashi Komenoi.
Aikido Philippines provides instruction in Aikido to people of all ages and skill levels, with an emphasis on fostering physical and mental discipline, self-defense abilities, and spiritual development. The group is well-liked by people looking for a martial art that encourages peaceful dispute resolution because of its significant emphasis on harmony and non-violent conflict resolution.
Citi Aikido Cebu is located on the Lower Ground Floor, Citi Gym, Waterfront Hotel and Casino, Lahug, Cebu City.
Our weekly schedules are:
| Tuesdays | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Marven Bayno |
| Thursdays | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Levi Castro |
Mat fees at ₱1,000 for 8 sessions.
Our Chief Instructor is Levi G. Castro, 4th Dan Aikikai. Assistant Instructor is Marven Bayno, 4th Dan Aikikai.
Other black belts are:
- Eric Ramallosa - Nidan. He used to handle Aikido training classes at TOWCEN Aikido Club (Phil. Air Force) in Brig. Gen. Benito Ebuen Air Base, Lapu-lapu City prior pandemic.
- Lord William Jeanjaquet Jr. - Shodan
- Maria Peache Magno - Shodan
- Robelove Palang - Shodan
- Masato Kikuchi - Shodan
Levi Castro - 4th Dan, Chief Instructor
Marven Bayno - 4th Dan, Asst. Instructor
Eric Ramallosa - 2nd Dan
Lord William Jeanjaquet Jr. - 1st Dan