Aikido of Santa Cruz

Children/Families
Aikido of Santa Cruz is a non-profit, public benefit, educational organization, serving the community since 1982. We welcome sincere students of any race, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or ethnic background. Our Chief Instructor is Linda Holiday Sensei, 6th degree black belt and author of Journey to the Heart of Aikido.  The founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba O-Sensei (1883-1969) envisioned Aikido as a multifaceted training of body, mind, and spirit in the principles of harmony, natural movement, and “the spirit of love and protection for all.” As Aikido emphasizes inner strength rather than physical strength, it is accessible to all ages and body types. Women and men train together in an atmosphere of mutual respect and support. Aikido practice is empowering, fun, and inspiring for everyone – ages 6 & up. Visitors are always welcome to watch classes. Join the Beginners Classes at any time!

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2000 GMC Yukon Denali

Hand-Up Financial got more value

"We loved our SUV, but it had 322,000 miles. You made it easy to donate."

Cynthia M., SUV Donation - Laguna Hills, CA

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Animal Friends Rescue Project got more value

"Pick up was clean, and got a lot more than we

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2002 Mazda Protege

Saddleback Valley Community Church got more value

"Happy to know I could help Saddleback Church."

Jeff V., Car Donation - Riverside, CA

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2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Humane Society got more value

"I'm pleased with how fast I was able to donate my car. And the sale price!"

Robert F., SUV Donation - Anaheim, CA

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2003 Audi A6

Kittyland got more value

"So happy to have found you! I intended to donate my vehicle to Kittyland, which received 3x as much as I would have from Cars4Causes. Thank you for supporting Kittyland more effectively! Many kudos."

"Happy Donor", Car Donation - Palm Desert, CA

 

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2001 GMC Safari

Saddleback Valley Community Church got more value

"I've donated cars before but it hasn't always been this easy. I tried to sell this vehicle myself and had some bad experiences--so I went with Cars2Charities and they made it so easy and simple.
I'll probably go with C2C again."

Phillip S., Van Donation - Mission Viejo, CA

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Alzheimer's Greater Los Angeles got more value

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Isabel G., Car Donation - Los Angeles, CA

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1997 Ford F250

Breast Cancer Solutions Foundation got more value

"My daughter came home and suggested we donate to Breast Cancer

Solutions after hearing great experiences at a BBQ. Glad we did!"

William A., Truck Donation - Lake Forest, CA

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1998 Nissan Pathfinder

Ronald McDonald House got more value

"GREAT! GREAT! more than what I expected. "9". Very smooth. I can't see any fault anywhere."

Paul S., SUV Donation - Martinez, CA

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1999 Lincoln Continental

Guide Dogs of America got more value

"We couldn't smog the vehicle, so glad you got

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Kent C., Car Donation - Temecula, CA

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