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Daitoryu-Muden US
Aiki Institute
Daitoryu-Muden US
Aiki Institute
Futsuku Mono
1-201-741-6901
Most Recent:
2025 - Receive Jun Kyoju Dairi (準教授代理) Ranking, an assistant teaching license; by Shihan Hiroo Iida, founder of Muden Juku a Daito-ryu Aiki Jujutsu organization founded 25 Years ago by Master Hiroo Iida, who studied directly with Horikawa Kodo Sensei
I am grateful & humbled to have been entrusted to teach and represent this beautiful art and I vow to do it with integrity, respect, and care for its traditions, and I will continue to study and train with humility to preserve its essence.
2025 - Awarded Rank of Yodan from Shihan Hiroo Iida
2023 - Received Hidden Mokuroku Scroll from Shihan Hiroo Iida
2020 - Received Rank of Okugi Sandan from Shihan Hiroo Iida
2013 - Ray Gacita has been dedicated to
studying Daitoryu Aiki Jujutsu and Aiki No Jutsu under
Shihan Hiroo Iida of Sapporo, Japan since 2013.
Ray's martial arts journey began in 1973 and now spans
several decades including various disciplines:
Daito-Ryu Aiki-Jujutsu Roppo Kai
Daito-Ryu Aiki-Jujutsu Kodokai
Goshin Aikido/Jujutsu
Daitoryu Mainline
Fu-Jow Pai Kung Fu
INSTRUCTOR
Sensei REINALDO (RAY) GACITA
Through our MISSION, we at Daitoryu-Muden US,
aim to inspire and empower individuals to achieve their full potential, both in martial arts and in life. We strive to be a leading martial arts institution that upholds the values of tradition, excellence, personal growth, and community. As a leading martial arts institution specializing in Daitoryu Aiki Jujutsu and self-defense, we stand firmly upon the pillars of tradition, excellence, personal growth, and community.
Excellence in Training: We are committed to deliver the highest quality martial arts instruction to our students. Our instructors continuously refine their own skills and expertise, ensuring that every student receives a comprehensive and highly effective training experience.
Personal Development: Beyond physical techniques, we believe in harnessing the power of martial arts to nurture essential life skills, including discipline, self-confidence, resilience, and respect. Our mission is to facilitate personal growth, enabling individuals to flourish both on and off the mat.
Balancing Tradition and Innovation: We honor the profound traditions and teachings of Daitoryu Aiki Jujutsu, maintaining the lineage passed down by Shihan Hiroo Iida of Japan. Simultaneously, we remain forward-looking, embracing innovative training methods that align with the evolving needs and interests of today's martial arts enthusiasts.
Inclusive and Supportive Martial Arts Community: At Daitoryu-Muden US, we are unwavering in our commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where people of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels can thrive. We cultivate a supportive community that encourages collaboration, mutual respect, and camaraderie among our students.
Join us on a journey of self-discovery, skill mastery, and personal growth in the realm of Japanese martial arts and self-defense. Together, we'll pave the way to a brighter future, both on and off the dojo mat."
MISSION