Ive trained with Spiros and Lynn. While Its not my 'style' I enjoyed working out with them and the 4 months I spent at TRA was a good experience.

I also trained with some folks that branched off from their dojo - particularly Neil Lofgren at Ecol De Budo - www.ecoledebudo.com. I enjoyed training with Neil very much, we had a summer of great morning sessions. His approach was warm and personable, and very direct and martial at the same time- a great combo.

of course, the folks at Multnomah Aikikai in SW on Macadam are worth mentioning. While I only stopped in once, and didnt train, I was impressed with the greeting and what I saw on the mat. thier jyo practice was the smoove!

There are several others I have heard great things about, but I haven't visited them yet.
all in good time.

having said all that, Im right across the river in Vancouver, and have just opened classes through the local parks and recreation department. My senior student and I are working to build a space in Battleground.

www.crookedbranchaikido.com

if you ever feel like jumping across the river, check us out! were just starting up, so while were having small (3-4 students currently) beginners level classes, the more the merrier, and having a new folks who can take their falls and deliver them will benefit everyone!

good luck!