Aikido Association of America Western Region

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

Western Region Teaching Committee Members

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 within the region and supervising examinations.

Current Teaching Committee members:

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