Our Aikido classes are conducted in a friendly, supportive, non-competitive atmosphere reflecting Japanese culture and samurai tradition. Classes include warm-ups, weapons training, partner techniques, and learning safe rolls and breakfalls.
Our instructors are are all black belt-level students with decades of experience training in Aikido. We are fortunate to have several instructors who each bring their own individual styles to their Aikido instruction, while maintaining the integrity of Aikido techniques.
We begin our classes with a series of warm-up exercises and basic movements that are the foundation of the Aikido techniques to be taught. The teacher then demonstrates techniques that the students practice with partners or in small groups.
Registering
New students should register for our Introductory rates.
Current students can pay monthly dues online.
Schedule and Class Descriptions
You are welcome to stop by and watch a class at any time.
Beginner / Intermediate Classes
For students age 15 and older. Come learn the basics of Aikido or continue your study of Aikido. Classes are geared towards beginners through 5th kyu students. Read more about starting Aikido and the beginner class.
Beginner / Intermediate classes:
Saturdays, noon – 1:00 pm
Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Kyu Technique Class (Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced)
A time for students age 15 and older to work on kyu test techniques at all levels.
Kyu Technique class:
Fridays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Advanced Class
Advanced classes offer students a chance to learn Aikido at a deeper level. This class is geared towards students at 5th kyu level and above. Instructor permission required.
Advanced classes:
Saturdays, 11:00 – 11:45 am
Thursdays, 8:10 – 9:00 pm
Youth Classes
For students age 7 – 14 years old. Youth classes cover the same basic movements, rolls, and many of the same hand and weapon techniques as in the adult classes, but at a level appropriate for younger students. As with the adult classes, youth students learn to practice harmony and cooperation through Aikido techniques. Learn more about Youth Aikido Classes.
Youth class:
Saturdays, 10:00 – 10:45 am
Registering
New students should register for our Introductory rates.
Current students can pay monthly dues online.
If you have any questions or would like to visit a class, please contact us at instructors@aikidomn.org