Instruction

Head Instructor - Don Eisele

Nidan (2nd Dan) and Fukushidoin (certified examiner) in USAF Aikikai Aikido. Practicing since 1999. Don originally studied under Jack Hayes and Jayne Thompson, and continued under Dan Hayes after they moved away from the Manhattan area.

Don practicing Iaido.

Matthew Ussary

Ikkyu in USAF Aikikai Aikido. Practicing since 2006. Matt originally studied under Dan Hayes.

Jen throwing Matt during her last test.

Tony Kubina

Nikyu in USAF Aikikai Aikido. Practicing since 2009.

Jen Pratt

Nikyu in USAF Aikikai Aikido. Practicing since 2009.

Jen throwing Tony during her last test.

National/Global Affiliations

Little Apple Aikido is a member of the United States Aikido Federation (USAF), and the Hombu Dojo in Tokyo, Japan (See Links for more information on affiliations).