We came to the Aikido Academy after our son had trained in Tae Kwon Do for 6 years and earned his Black Belt. He was looking for a new martial arts challenge. We came to observe an evening’s classes and we were most impressed by the structure and organization of the school and its classes, as well as by the art of Aikido. The Wyndhams are professional in their dealings with everyone who enters the school and genuine in their care and concern for the students and their families. The training itself is grounded in history, respect for self and others, and politeness. In learning the mechanics of self-defense, students also learn body awareness, coordination, and fitness. Safety is of utmost importance and techniques are not even practiced without consideration for the safety of all participants. Our son eagerly looks forward to every class, and thoroughly enjoys all aspects of Aikido. We are thrilled that a school of this caliber is available in our area! — Caroline Rollins
Welcome to the Aikido Academy of Self-Defense Blog hosted by Sensei John Wyndham and the Spartanburg, South Carolina Dojo. A place to discuss dojo news and martial arts topics related to the art of Nihon Goshin Aikido.
Sensei John Wyndham, chief instructor of the Spartanburg, SC dojo, has more than 25 years of experience in self-defense training and instruction. He received his initial training from Sensei Steven A. Weber in Nihon Goshin Aikido and has pursued training in Karate, Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, Aiki Jiu-Jitsu, and Hombu Aikido (Ueshiba style), Filipino Escrima (Kali and Arnis), Ryu Te Kempo, Tai Chi, and European Fencing.
He has taught law enforcement professionals from the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Department, the Spartanburg County Solicitor's Office, the Spartanburg County Detention Center, the Greenville County Sheriff's Department and the Cherokee County Sheriff's Department. Some of his students have gone on to join the FBI, US Marshal Service, US Marines, US Army, and the Federal Air Marshal program.
Sensei Wyndham provides martial arts and self-defense programs for schools and universities such as the University of South Carolina Upstate, Wofford College, Oakbrook Preparatory School, Spartanburg Day School, and Upstate school districts.
Self-defense courses are available for women's groups, after school programs, church groups, and civic organizations.
Sensei Wyndham has been featured on WSPA Channel 7, WYFF Channel 4, WGGS Channel 16.
Mr. Wyndham emphasizes honor, loyalty, respect, hard work, and self-control in his teaching methods.
He has taught law enforcement professionals from the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Department, the Spartanburg County Solicitor's Office, the Spartanburg County Detention Center, the Greenville County Sheriff's Department and the Cherokee County Sheriff's Department. Some of his students have gone on to join the FBI, US Marshal Service, US Marines, US Army, and the Federal Air Marshal program.
Sensei Wyndham provides martial arts and self-defense programs for schools and universities such as the University of South Carolina Upstate, Wofford College, Oakbrook Preparatory School, Spartanburg Day School, and Upstate school districts.
Self-defense courses are available for women's groups, after school programs, church groups, and civic organizations.
Sensei Wyndham has been featured on WSPA Channel 7, WYFF Channel 4, WGGS Channel 16.
Mr. Wyndham emphasizes honor, loyalty, respect, hard work, and self-control in his teaching methods.
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