Aikido & Martial Arts Near Newton, NC
AikiDojo of Hickory is about 15 minutes from Newton, traditional Aikido and Aiki Budo for ages 4 to adult, taught by Kaicho Pete Nappier, 9th Dan, with 57 years on the mat. Your first week is free.
The closest traditional Aikido dojo to Newton, NC is AikiDojo of Hickory at 2364 Springs Rd NE, Hickory, NC 28601, about 15 minutes away. It offers kids, teen and adult Aikido classes six days a week, led by an 9th Dan instructor, with a free 1-week trial for new students.
Why Newton Families Drive to Hickory for Aikido
Newton is the Catawba County seat and one of the biggest sources of students at AikiDojo of Hickory. From the courthouse square it’s roughly fifteen minutes to our dojo on Springs Road NE, a drive hundreds of Newton families have made for kids classes, adult Aikido and weapons training over the years.
Newton families with kids at Newton-Conover High or the Newton elementary schools favor our Monday–Thursday 6 PM Young Warriors class and the Tuesday/Thursday Teen Samurai class at 7 PM. Homeschool families from Newton fill out the 1 PM Tuesday/Thursday PE class.
- Serving Newton-Conover City Schools and Catawba County Schools
- ≈ 15 minutes via US-321 / NC-16
- 20+ classes a week for ages 4 to adult
- Free 1-week trial, no contract
Directions From Newton
From Newton, take US-321 North or NC-16 North toward Hickory, connect to US-70 East briefly, then north on 16th Street NE / Springs Road NE. The dojo is on the right past the Springs Road Walmart. About 15 minutes.
Martial Arts Classes for Newton Kids, Teens & Adults
Young Warriors
Our flagship kids program: real Aikido self-defense, character training and bully-proof confidence, four days a week.
Explore Young WarriorsTeen Samurai
Serious training for teenagers: practical self-defense, weapons fundamentals, discipline and the mental toughness to handle pressure.
Explore Teen SamuraiHomeschool PE
Daytime martial arts PE for homeschool families in the Catawba Valley: fitness, coordination, teamwork and self-defense, Tuesdays & Thursdays at 1 PM.
Explore Homeschool PEClass Times for Newton Families
Every class is at our Hickory dojo, Monday through Saturday.
MondayMon
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMAdult Aikido
- 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMYoung Warriors (Ages 7–12)
- 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMAdult Aikido
TuesdayTue
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMHomeschool Class (Aug–May)
- 4:30 PM – 5:15 PMBeginner Kids
- 5:30 PM – 6:00 PMLil Samurai (Ages 4–6)
- 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMYoung Warriors (Ages 7–12)
- 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMTeen Samurai (Ages 13+)
WednesdayWed
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMAdult Aikido
- 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMYoung Warriors (Ages 7–12)
- 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMAdult Samurai
ThursdayThu
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMHomeschool Class (Aug–May)
- 4:30 PM – 5:15 PMBeginner Kids
- 5:30 PM – 6:00 PMLil Samurai (Ages 4–6)
- 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMYoung Warriors (Ages 7–12)
- 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMTeen Samurai (Ages 13+)
FridayFri
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMAdult Aikido
- 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMAdvanced Weapons Class
SaturdaySat
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMOpen Mat
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMTeen & Adult Aikido Open Mat
SundaySun
- Closed — rest day
Aikido Near Newton: Common Questions
How far is AikiDojo of Hickory from Newton, NC?
About 15 minutes by car via US-321 / NC-16. We are at 2364 Springs Rd NE, Hickory, NC 28601, on Springs Road NE near the Walmart in northeast Hickory.
Are there Aikido classes in Newton itself?
There is no traditional Aikido dojo in Newton. AikiDojo of Hickory is the closest, roughly 15 minutes away, and it is the only dojo in the Catawba Valley led by a 9th Dan Aiki Budo instructor.
What martial arts programs are available for Newton kids?
Lil Samurai (ages 4–6), Beginner Kids, Young Warriors (7–12), Teen Samurai (13+), plus a daytime Homeschool PE class. All are taught at our Hickory dojo, and every new student gets a free week.
Is there a free trial for families from Newton?
Yes. Every new student from Newton or anywhere else gets a free 1-week trial with no contract. Book online or call (704) 775-3401.
What time are classes for Newton families?
Kids classes run from 4:30 PM to 7 PM Monday–Thursday, teens 7–8:30 PM Tuesdays and Thursdays, and adults at 10 AM Mon/Wed/Fri and 7 PM Mon/Wed, plus Saturday morning open mat.
What Catawba Valley Families Say
“It's the perfect program for children who are neurodivergent. Giving them confidence, learning a skill set to protect themselves, and teaching them they can do this!”
“Our 14 and 9 year old boys' first day at Aikido was amazing! The instructor is fantastic with the kids and very knowledgeable, and everyone there is so welcoming and helpful.”
Newton to the Mat in 15 Minutes. First Week Free.
Families from Newton start the same way everyone does: one free week, no contract, no uniform. Pick a class and come see the dojo.
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