Meet Our Instructors
Mills Sensei founded Island Aikido Tonbo Dojo in 1996. He holds a Godan (5th degree black belt) in USAF Aikido and has been teaching on Bainbridge Island since 1990. Sensei also holds a Sandan (3rd degree black belt) in Ishi Yama Ryu Battojutsu and Shodan (1st degree black belt) in Zan Totsu Ryu Aikido.
Chris Mills
Chief Instructor
Sensei Fukushidoin
Thomas Browning
Sensei Adult Aikido
Dave Lashmet
Sensei Youth Kenjutsu
Ellie Dacek
Sensei Adult Kenjutsu
Our Philosophy
The safety of our students and instructors is our highest priority at Island Aikido. PLEASE stay home if you are experiencing any contagious illness symptoms. If you are feeling sick or recovering and still are symptomatic, PLEASE STAY HOME.
Anzen dai ichi: Safety First
Aikido philosophy and technique are interwoven to create a healthy form of character refinement and self-protection. Aikido technique is specially designed to be non-destructive, leading the student toward a non-fighting mind.
Aikido is for all ages, genders, and physical abilities.
It is not suitable for those looking to engage in combat. It is not competitive but instead focuses on personal growth, fitness, core strength, and skill development in a supportive, community-based atmosphere.