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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...and your favorite charity benefits from your generosity.

What are our donors saying?

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1999 Dodge Ram 1500

Arthritis National Research Foundation got more value

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Jill W., Truck Donation - Redondo Beach, CA

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2001 GMC Savannah 2500

Children's Hospital got more value

"So happy to donate this van in the hope of helping a child survive the disease."

Palisades Plumbing Inc., Van Donation - Pacific Palisades, CA

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1997 Lexus ES 300

Teen Challenge got more value

“I was surprised how much more value you can

find in a car with >200,000 miles! Effortless.”

Don Male, Car Donation - Sacramento, CA

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2002 Buick LeSabre

Arthritis Foundation got more value

"I am blown away... I knew it had low miles, but I never DREAMED that you could get so much."

Linda F., Car Donation - Upland, CA

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2003 Toyota Corolla

Kitten Rescue got more value

"Same day pickup made it so easy -- and fast. Thanks!"

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2000 GMC Yukon Denali

Hand-Up Financial got more value

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2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse

National Alliance on Mental Illness got more value

"Super! My mom was very pleased."

Janny P., Car Donation - Norwalk, CA

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2004 Toyota Solara

Animal Friends Rescue Project got more value

"Thanks for the quick service, just as promised!"

Regan C., Car Donation - Salinas, 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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1996 Chevrolet 1500 Extra Cab

Saddleback Valley Community Church got more value

"I've been trying to sell the car on my own, but at one point I just needed this car gone. I'm very pleased that I could help my church and get a tax deduction."

Jay, S., Truck Donation - Laguna Beach, CA

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Aikido of Santa Cruz

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