Beginner Aikido and Iaido for Adults

The Program

The Beginner Aikido and Iaido Program for Adults introduces new practitioners to the basic concepts and techniques of Aikido body arts, Aikido weapons and Iaido.
● FOR WHO	The Program is specifically tailored for adults who have no previous experience and are interested in trying out Aikido and Iaido.
● FOCUS	With an emphasis on safety, beginners learn the fundamentals of Aikido practice including etiquette, footwork, body movement, posture, positioning, basic techniques and falling safely, all under the supervision of senior instructors. Iaido (pronounced ee-eye-do) is the traditional Japanese martial art of swordsmanship. It focuses on methods of drawing and cutting with the sword through the practice and perfection of forms called kata. The kata, consisting of sequences of movements that evolved from battlefield techniques of feudal Japan, are executed solo against one or multiple imagined opponents.
● BENEFITS	Among many other benefits, Aikido practice improves health, increases flexibility, sharpens reflexes, enhances coordination, improves body alignment and promotes relaxation. The practice of Iaido helps develop mental discipline and physical skills. Both arts are fun and excellent ways to learn self-defense and the most modern of Japanese martial arts.

When and where are the classes held?

The Beginner Aikido and Iaido Program for Adults starts on Mondays and runs for 3 months.
Beginners can attend an unlimited number of Aikido, Aikido Weapons and Iaido classes as shown on the schedule below.
The Aikido Weapons classes include jo or the wooden staff and bokken or the wooden sword.
Classes are held at the dojo, online and outdoors. If the weather does not permit, the classes outdoors take place at the dojo.
This is the Beginner Aikido and Iaido Program class schedule:

MONDAY	TUESDAY	WEDNESDAY	THURSDAY	FRIDAY	SATURDAY	SUNDAY
					IAIDO D, Z Eric 9:30-10:30 am	AIKIDO CHILDREN - D Jo, Kelly 9:30-10:15 am
					WEAPONS D, HP Sensei 10:45-11:45 am	INTRO to IAIJUTSU D, Z Joel 10:30-11:45 am
	AIKIDO CHILDREN - D Jo, Roxana 5:00-5:45 pm	AIKIDO YOUTH - D Mike 5:00-5:45 pm		AIKIDO YOUTH - D Alireza 5:15-6:00 pm	AIKIDO D Sensei 12:00-1:00 pm	AIKIDO D Joel 12:00- 1:00 pm
IAIDO D, Z Eric 6:00-7:00 pm	WEAPONS D Sensei 6:00-7:00 pm	IAIDO D, Z Eric 6:00-7:00 pm	AIKIDO D Eric 6:00-7:00 pm	AIKIDO D Alireza 6:15-7:15 pm
AIKIDO D Sensei 7:15-8:30 pm	AIKIDO D Yelitza 7:15-8:30 pm	AIKIDO D Sensei 7:15-8:30 pm	AIKIDO D Yelitza 7:15-8:30 pm

D = at dojo, Z = Zoom, HP = outdoors at High Park

First Saturday of the month:
Weapons classes (bokken and jo) take place outdoors in High Park at 10:00 am, and all classes at the dojo are canceled. If due to bad weather classes cannot be held outdoors, all classes at the dojo are reinstated.

Alternating weapons classes:
Odd months : Tuesdays = jo, Saturdays = bokken.
Even months: Tuesdays = bokken, Saturdays = jo.

Can I visit the dojo to observe a class?

Yes. You do not need an appointment to observe any of our classes.

Can I try a free class ?

Yes. To participate you need to register by following the instructions below.

How do I register for classes?

To register for classes or to try a free class please complete and submit the Registration Form below. Once we receive the form we will contact you with further details.

What should I wear and bring for a class at the dojo?

Appropriate clothing, such as a martial arts uniform if you have one, or gym or comfortable clothes if you don’t. No shorts please. A uniform is not required for outdoor classes.
Wearing a face mask is optional.

What should I expect when arriving for a class?

Before joining a class you will be required to sanitize your hands and if at the dojo, your feet as well.

I am interested in starting. How much does it cost?

For a limited time we are offering a PROMOTIONAL RATE that includes:

3 months of unlimited classes in the program
A free Aikido uniform (while supplies last)
Examination for 6th kyu in Aikido
All for $360 (regular price $490 plus cost of uniform)
Regular fees apply after the 3 month Promotional Rate period.

Payment can be made

in cash or by cheque at the dojo,
by e-transfer to torontoaikikai[at]gmail.com, or
through Paypal or a credit card by using the "Donate" button below.

Please note:

Most of the time the Paypal donation / credit card process works just fine, but, every now and then it fails. We have found that this is not a problem with the button above but with Paypal itself. If you encounter this problem, the fix that has worked in every instance is to try again later. Apologies beforehand for the inconvenience if you encounter this erratic behaviour.
Please do not send payment via Paypal to the email address above as it only works for e-transfers. For payments with Paypal or with a credit card please use the Donate button above. Thanks.

Do you have additional questions?

We'll be happy to answer all your questions.
Please Contact Us.

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