AEGIDŌ is not just a name. It is something unique that I created from a lifetime of martial arts experience, driven by a desire to develop a way of teaching people to become calmer, more confident and better prepared to protect themselves. The Phoenix represents rising from difficult times. The Dragon represents strength, protection and the journey that came before. The Shield represents protection, safety and the strength to stand strong when facing life’s challenges. 

Every symbol has a reason. Every design has a story.

So when you purchase something from this shop, I hope you know you are buying more than a product. You are helping keep the journey alive.

A portion of the profits goes back into our school to help provide equipment and support programs focused on anti-bullying, domestic violence education and empowering people who may feel vulnerable or simply need someone to help them believe in themselves.

I have spent much of my life teaching others. If something as simple as a shirt, cap, piece of training equipment or AEGIDŌ design can help carry that message a little further, then it is worth doing.

Thank you for supporting what I believe in. Thank you for supporting our school. And most importantly, thank you for being part of my journey.

Master Robert Ardito