Aikido Association of America Western Region

The AAA Western Region currently has active affiliates in Arizona, California, Oregon, and Utah. These dojo meet regularly for seminars and black belt examinations. 

AAA National Teaching Committee

The AAA has a National Teaching Committee whose members must hold the rank of 4th degree black belt or higher. Their duties include conducting seminars and workshops and supervising examinations.

Current National Teaching Committee members, Western Region:

James Nakayama Shihandai, Western Region Director, 6th dan
Martin Katz Sensei, 5th dan
Ken Mac Beth Sensei, 5th dan
Christine Dyer Sensei, 4th dan