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Class Times

Class Structure

 

 

  • Adult Aikido classes are offered to men and women ages 15 and up.
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  • Classes are held six days a week. Please attend as many as you would like. 
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  • Classes are open to all ranks and are not restricted unless otherwise noted. 
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  • Please feel free to stop by and visit any time and observe class.  
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  • The class structure is based on "kihon waza" or basic technique. 
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  • The application is then to be considered  Basic, Intermediate, Advanced etc. 
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  • This is also inclusive of training with weapons.
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  • It's origin is kihon waza but the application can be highly developed.  
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  • It is therefore highly encouraged for all students to attend any and all classes, from novice through advanced. 
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  • For the novice to learn basic structure and form and the advanced student to reinforce the foundations of kihon waza and apply a higher level of application.

     

     

    Monday

     

    6:30-8:00pm

     

     

    Open

     

    Tuesday

    6:30-7:30pm

     

    7:30-8:30pm

     

    Basics

     

    Wednesday

     

    No Classes

     

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    Thursday

    6:30-7:30pm

     

    7:30-8:30pm

     

    Basics

     

    Friday

    6:30-7:30pm

     

    7:30-8:30pm

     

    Intermediate

     

    Saturday

     

    12:30-2:30pm

     

     

    Advanced

     

    Sunday

     

     

    10am-12:00pm

     

     

     

    Intermediate/Weapons

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    Some frequently asked questions (FAQS)

     

    Q: How do I get started in aikido training?

    A: Come in and watch at least one class.  Speak with the instructor and other students.  If you wish to try aikido training, sign the appropiate papework and try it out for one week free.  

     

    Q: Is there a contract to sign?

    A: No.  Dues are paid on a monthly basis.  All monies collected by the dojo stay in the dojo.  There are no employees.

     

    Q: Where do I get the uniforms?

    A:  There are several martial arts suppliers that we can recomend.  It is not necessary to have a gi to start training.  A tee shirt and sweat pants are fine.

     

    Q: How often should I come to the Dojo?

    A: Most people start with 2 to 3 days a week.  Beginners are cautioned not to over-practice and get injured.

     

    Q:  Does it matter that if I don't have martial arts experience?

    A:  No.  You will learn about budo, "the martial way" from the ground up.

     

    Q:  Do students get to compete and earn patches and trophies?

    A:  Your job as a student is to work on yourself.  There are no competitions except within the heart.  There are no badges to show off rank or skill.  Aikido is the practice of the unification of Mind, Body and Spirit.  This is the path of the peaceful warrior.

     

    Q: What about testing and the ranking system?

    A: Testing is done quarterly in the dojo and is based on a traditional kyu ranking system.  The first test would be for 6th kyu then 5th, 4th, etc.  Testing through 1st kyu is in the mudansha ranks.  Black belt testing is also quarterly and done at the regional level.  These are the yudansha ranks.  First degree black belt is referred to as shodan or a "Beginner" black belt.

     

    Q:  How long will it take to test for a black belt?

    A:  That all depends on the individual.  Generally speaking around six years of consistent training with the approval of the Chief Instructor.

     

     

     

     

    Rate Schedule
    There are no contracts.
    Monthly Dues (by 25th of each month)
    1 Person                                                                  (unlimited classes) $  85.00   (monthly)
    2 Persons-{Same family}                                      (unlimited classes) $ 130.00  (monthly)
    3 Persons-{Same family}                                      (unlimited classes)

    $ 180.00  (monthly)

    Mudansha testing fee                                                                                                                     $   35.00  (per test)

    Yudansha testing fee                                                                                                                      Depends on the value of the yen

     

    Private and special group lessons are available by appointment only**

     

     

                                                                                              

    (There is a mat fee of  $10 for guests to practice fro other dojos.)

    Dojo Insurance Fee (required) $ 10  (yearly)
       
    ASU Membership Fee (required ** {adult program only})
    (Aikido Schools of Ueshiba {ASU} Yearly Membership)
    Black Belt (Yudansha) $75  (yearly)
    Below Black Belt (Mudansha) $35  (yearly)

     

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