International Aikido Association

The chief instructor for International Aikido Association is the eldest son of the Founder, Baldemar (Bill) Sosa Sensei. Rick Sosa Sensei, 6th Dan, has practiced Aikido since a very early age when his father introduced him to the art. Mr. Bill Sosa and son trained with the same teachers, Isao Takahashi Sensei and Koichi Tohei Sensei in the early years of their Aikido involvement.

Rick Sosa Sensei also practiced Aikido in Japan during his military career and has extensive experience in other martial arts, namely Thai Boxing and Kali-Escrima.

His keen eye and skillful technique give him the advantage in observing and redirecting the opponent's energy effectively.His involvement and dedication to Aikido helps him to present the art

Aikido training is the perfect form of exercise. As well as affording one the study of day to day self-defense, it will keep the mind and the body working as a unit. The dojo provides a comfortable environment in which one can go at his/her own pace. Whatever your age or reason for study, with consistent training, a student will transform his/her physical and mental abilities along with self-confidence.

in a practical way while maintaining the values of courtesy and respect.

Mr Sosa is responsible for bringing Aikido, Thai Boxing and Kali to the Monterey, Mexico community and has affiliates there.

He is the director for the state of Texas and Mexico of the Thai Boxing Assoc. USA/Mexico, of which master Surachai "Chai" Sirisute is president.