Welcome to Eugene Ki-Society

What is Ki?

  • Ki is universal energy

  • Ki is living energy

  • Ki is infinite and available to everyone

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Why Ki Aikido?

  • Ki-Aikido develops positive Ki

  • Ki-Aikido is non-violent

  • Ki-Aikido is energizing

  • Ki-Aikido builds a calm spirit

  • Ki-Aikido builds a strong mind

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Meet our instructors

  • Terry Copperman

    Director of the Personal Kiatsu School

    Kiatsu Associate Lecturer

    Ki Lecturer

    OKS Senior Advisor

    Joden in Ki Development

    Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido 6th Dan

    Teaching for over 40 years

    Author of the Research Article on Kiatsu
    Beneficial Effects of Ki Training and Kiatsu on the Prevention of Episodic Migraine showing a 53% reduction in migraine headaches

  • Teri Simpson

    Director of Children’s Ki-Aikido

    Assistant Ki Lecturer

    Shoden in Ki Development

    Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido 2nd Dan

    Teaching for over 20 years

  • Steve Frankel

    Assistant Kiatsu Instructor

    Assistant Ki Lecturer

    Shoden in Ki Development

    Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido 2nd Dan

    Teaching for over 5 years

  • Karen Fabiano

    Adult Class Instructor

    Jokyu in Ki Development

    Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido 2nd Dan

    Teaching for over 10 years

  • “Practicing ki not only benefited my health, but also restored my relationships with my peers.”

    Ki-Society Member

  • "I practice Ki breathing every day and it has changed my life tremendously."

    Ki-Society Member

  • "I struggled each day with migraine, but Ki Society helped me get rid of my migraine."

    Ki-Society Member

Our history

In 1978, John Gilmore started the Eugene Dojo, inspired by his training with Tohei Sensei in Japan.

Over the years, leadership evolved, with Terry Copperman assuming a pivotal role.

With dedication, the dojo grew and now has a permanent school, thanks to the support of its members.

Visit us

 

1071 W 7th Ave,

Eugene, OR 97402

Hours
Monday–Friday
10am–6pm

Phone
(541) 683-5089