Sensei Corner
Jeffrey B Holliman Sensei
Jeffrey started his Aikido journey in 2015 having taught physical fitness at the NYC Dept of Health and Mental Hygiene. Having observed a colleague practicing Martial Arts, he asked her to teach as part of his wellness program and helped her open a dojo in NYC now known as “Gotham Dojo”. He has since retired from the NYC Dept of Health and Mental Hygiene and continues to hone his knowledge of Aikido. He currently holds a black belt and continues to apply the principles of KoKiKai Aikido in all aspects of his life. Jeffrey is a firm advocate of the phrase, “you can do anything, if you put your mind to it”. He is currently a 1st Degree Black Belt (Shodan).
Administrator/Boss
Christopher Heydt Sensei
Chris Heydt began his training in Aikido in 2004 in Wilmington, DE. After moving to New York City in 2006, Chris then began training in KoKiKai NYC. Chris has taught countless Aikido classes in NYC and has trained with other high ranking instructors within KoKiKai Aikido. Chris achieved the rank of third-degree black belt (sandan) in 2016. Through Aikido, Chris has found confidence, inner strength, and a supportive community. He is currently a 3rd Degree Black Belt (Sandan).
Primary Instructor and Class Leader
Senior Instructor
Anchuing (Chewie) Wang
Chewie has been practicing KoKiKai Aikido since 2001 and has taught children, teenagers, and adults. He was the senior instructor at TCNJ (The College of New Jersey) Aikido Club from 2003-2024 and is currently an assistant instructor at HealthQuest Flemington and Philadelphia Aikido. Chewie firmly believes that one should try to leave Aikido class feeling better than then they walked in. He is currently a 5th Degree Black Belt (Godan).