A full-time dojo, dedicated exclusively to teaching the martial art of Aikido since 2000. Chief Instructor, Dave Goldberg Sensei, 5th Dan.
A full-time dojo, dedicated exclusively to teaching the martial art of Aikido since 2000. Chief Instructor, Dave Goldberg Sensei, 5th Dan.
Call Us: 619 993-2454
619 993-2454
Call Us: 619 993-2454
Class Schedule - Aikido for Adults and Children
Membership at Aikido of San Diego includes all classes appropriate for your age and rank. We offer training for all levels five days a week. If you are looking for seminars, workshops, or other special events, you can find them on the Calendar & Events page.
Beginners are encouraged to attend any class in bold.
MONDAY
4:45-5:45
Aikido for Children
Kids Ages 8-12
[Goldberg]
6:15-7:45
Foundations
and Aikido 101
[Goldberg]
TUESDAY
4:30-5:15
"Aikido Action Hour"
Kids Ages 5-7
[Goldberg]
6:15-7:15
Form & Flow
[Goldberg]
7:30-8:30
Form & Flow
[Poissonnet]
WEDNESDAY
4:45-5:45
Aikido for Children
Kids Ages 8-12
[Goldberg]
6:15-7:45
Foundations
and Aikido 101
[Goldberg]
THURSDAY
6:15-7:15
Form & Flow: Sticks
[Goldberg]
7:30-8:30
Blue Belts +
[Goldberg]
FRIDAY
No classes
SATURDAY
9:15-10:15
Form & Flow
[Goldberg]
10:30-11:30
Form & Flow: Sticks
[Goldberg]
SUNDAY
No classes
Class Descriptions
Foundations
This class focuses on building a foundation of centeredness and relaxation in each person's Aikido practice. A full spectrum of basic Aikido principles, elements, practices, and techniques is offered here. It's open to all adult/teen dojo members, and is the class dedicated to the Aikido 101 course when that program is in session.
Form & Flow
This is our general class open to all adult/teen dojo members of all levels. Beginners are encouraged to attend. This class includes the basics of applying technique, receiving technique and falling skills, and expressing the living principle of Aikido. Basics transition into more dynamic, complex, and dimensional work in this class.
Form & Flow, Sticks
This is our class dedicated to the traditional Aikido weapons system, and the ongoing exploration of including implements in our training. We primarily use the wooden staff and sword, but our work is not limited to that. All levels are welcome, and beginners are encouraged to attend.
Aikido 101
The Aikido 101 course takes you through the fundamentals of Aikido for a full taste of this powerful and beautiful art. You'll practice the basics of getting centered, blending with the energy of attack, and turning it into something positive. You'll also learn to fall safely under a variety of circumstances.
Aikido 101 is a five-week course for beginning adults. Classes are on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:45. Dojo membership is not required, and you do not need a training uniform. A great introduction to Aikido!
Sensei's Schedule
Registrations are personally done with Sensei. Please plan to register before classes, or at class ending times. Allow about 25 minutes please. If you need to register another time, just call for an appointment. We will gladly accommodate you.
Dave Goldberg Sensei is normally at the dojo Monday through Thursday afternoons and evenings, and on Saturday mornings.
Exceptions:
Goldberg Sensei will be away from the dojo July 9-19. Classes are running as usual.
More about Sensei Goldberg and the Aikido of San Diego Teaching Staff
Observe a Class!
Visitors are welcome to come observe a class at any time. We recommend that you do so if you are considering joining the dojo.
There is shoe rack inside the door for your shoes, and two rows of chairs near the mat for guests.
Sensei or another instructor will be happy to answer any questions.
Train with Us
Aikidoists visiting from out of town, or locals who are full-time members of another Aikido dojo, are welcome. If you are here on business, visiting family, or on vacation, please come train!
The mat fee is $15 per day. (Cash, please.)
Rent Our Space
Our great facility is available for sublet when our classes are not in session! Present your programs in a spacious, well-designed facility. This space is ideal for large or small groups.
Visit Us
Observers & visiting Aikidoka are always welcome.
The dojo is located 2 minutes from I-15 and I-8, near Friars Road and Mission Gorge Road.
Aikido of San Diego
6356 Riverdale Street
San Diego, CA 92120
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To reach Goldberg Sensei:
619 993-2454 (that's 619 993-AIKI)
Dojo phone, during class hours:
619 977-2454
Email:
info@aikidosd.com
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