Beginners

“It is necessary to develop a strategy that utilizes all the physical conditions and elements that are directly at hand. The best strategy relies upon an unlimited set of responses.”
~Morihei Ueshiba

Beginners (18+ and mature older teens aged 15-17) can join these classes. The Beginners course is where new students start! These classes are offered each month on Monday and Wednesday evenings. The classes begin on the first Monday or Wednesday of each month. NEXT ADULT BEGINNERS CLASSES TO START: Wednesday, July 2nd. Payment Method: Cash, Cheque, Debit or Credit at the dojo! Please come to the dojo at least 30 minutes before class starts and wear loose-fitting clothing (i.e., a long-sleeve shirt and sweatpants).

Class Times

Evenings
Monday & Wednesday
6:00 pm - 7:15 pm

There are widely recognized benefits to be derived from practicing Aikido.

The focus is on basic techniques, movements, philosophy and etiquette. Beginners must attend 12 introductory classes to be awarded a Level 1 Certificate and another 12 introductory classes to be awarded a Level 2 Certificate respectively. Upon receiving their Level 2 Certificate, beginners are offered full (regular) membership at Victoria Aikido Centre and may attend any classes appropriate for their level of proficiency. Regular adult classes are offered 6 days a week.

“My son is proud of his involvement. He plans to continue his membership in the Victoria Aikido Centre through his teen years. My younger boy is already eager to join when he is old enough.”

Doug G

Dojo: (250) 477-4899 | 690 Sumas Street, Victoria, BC, V8T 4S6

Beginners

Class Times

There are widely recognized benefits to be derived from practicing Aikido.

“My son is proud of his involvement. He plans to continue his membership in the Victoria Aikido Centre through his teen years. My younger boy is already eager to join when he is old enough.”