About Us

Shinjitsu Dojo is a traditional dojo located in the Chicago suburbs, created for the study of the Japanese martial arts of Aikido and Kenjutsu. Our dojo is located inside of Gymkhana Gymnasium in Hanover Park, Illinois, close to I-90 and the O’Hare-Elgin Expressway.

Shinjitsu Dojo was founded in 2004, so there would be opportunity for those interested to train in practical forms of Aikido and Kenjutsu. Additionally it is an opportunity for the Dojo founder to give back to the community, and to anyone interested in learning the martial arts in a positive environment. It is said that training this way, in this form may promote improved health, and create a reduction of stress. While training, we are also polishing our spirits and working on becoming better human beings.

Shinjitsu in Japanese represents “truthfulness“. It is paramount that Shinjitsu Dojo adheres to the teachings of what O-Sensei was disseminating throughout the years of his training, and to what the Aikikai Foundation continues to project, in addition to all the great Shihan that also continue to do so. It is our mission to keep ourselves honest, and to train as realistically as we can, without being hurtful to anyone. When we hurt our opponent we hurt ourselves.  Our training is important to us, and as important to you as well.  Whatever path we choose to follow we must always keep it as real as possible, while maintaining a professional and safe enviroment.