Testimonials

“From all the people that I met in Syracuse. the most competent, dedicated, intense, and honest people were the people in Aikido of Central New York. And this is due to you Sensei. I have to thank you once more for the teaching, training, encouragement, and support”
–Nick
“Here in Syracuse, I am fortunate to see both Mr. Ueshiba’s and Aikikai’s principles through Mr. Yousuf Mehter’s instruction. That is why I drive an hour and a half from Rochester to train, and that is why I still practice Aikido”
–Kotaro (Ken) Ai 03/31/01
“It has been my pleasure to have been your student of mind, body, and spirit since August of 1987. In all of this time you have continued to help me to grow as a person and as a martial artist. You have taught me to strive to be the best that I can be in all aspects of my life. You have been a teacher, a mentor, a father, and a friend to me. I want to thank you for all these things Sensei, I am an immeasurably better person for having you in my life”
–Charlie Colbert