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. 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.