Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00-5:45
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The class is open to most age groups. We have younger children on up to teenagers who participate. The suggested age range is 6-12, but there is flexibility depending on the child.
The classes focus on learning basic Aikido techniques, as well as safe rolls and falls (ukemi). Kids classes cost $50 per month for the first child and additional children are free. Children of active dojo members are $40 per month with additional children free. Kids can start classes at any time during the year. We require proof of vaccination (unless medically unable to receive the vaccine) and masks are worn in the dojo. Students may wear comfortable workout-style clothes for their initial classes and will later be asked to graduate to a training uniform (gi) after the first or second month. Uniforms start at $35. We encourage interested kids and their adults to come by the dojo and observe or try out a class. Drop us a line for more information. |
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About Kids Classes
Aikido is a Japanese martial art with the potential to enhance physical, mental and emotional development. Here is what to expect at Albuquerque Aikikai:
Training
Cultural etiquette
Ranking structure (hours of training are minimums and reset with each rank attained)
Aikido is a Japanese martial art with the potential to enhance physical, mental and emotional development. Here is what to expect at Albuquerque Aikikai:
Training
- Warmup stretches and activities
- Basic Aikido techniques
- Ukemi (rolls and falls)
- Games and physical activities
- Building focus and concentration
Cultural etiquette
- Bowing as a means of showing respect
- Showing respect for teachers, training partners and the practice space
- Learning to sit quietly at times
Ranking structure (hours of training are minimums and reset with each rank attained)
- 10th kyu/1 stripe = 10 hours. Ability to follow basic etiquette and tie gi properly.
- 9th kyu/2 stripes = 10 hours. Ability to follow warmups, including wrist stretches and basic body movements and posture.
- 8th kyu/3 stripes = 20 hours. Understanding of hamni, irimi, tenkan, slapping and basic forward and backward rolls without a partner.
- 7th kyu/4 stripes = 20 hours. Understanding of ikkyo ukemi and rolling techniques done with a partner.
- 6th kyu/5 stripes = 30 hours. Understanding of more advanced techniques, including shomenuchi ikkyo, kokyudosa and kokyuho.
- Students 6th kyu and up may have the option to join adults classes with permission.