Aikido Association of America was founded by Shihan Fumio Toyoda. Its goal, as defined by Shihan Toyoda, was to raise and maintain the quality of American Aikido instruction at its highest level. Towards this end, AAA emphasizes strong Aikido technique, legitimate instructors, and a clear teaching methodology. The organization provides support and guidance to its instructors, members, and affiliated dojo. It offers standardized test requirements, training seminars and camps (local, regional, and national), and instructor training and certification. Shihan Toyoda, known for his powerful and dynamic Aikido as well as for his unique and effective teaching methodology, is approachable by students of all levels. He was also more than willing to share his method of teaching and what he's learned in his more than 40 years of Aikido experience. His personal goal, and the continued guiding vision of Aikido Association of America, is to promote Aikido. This vision is continued by Stephen Tatsuo Toyoda (his eldest son) and his most senior students.
