Aikido for adults
Adults enrolled in our Aikido of San Diego (ASD) membership have access to all of the following classes:
Aikido class with Dave: with decades of aikido instruction under his belt, Dave offers classes suitable for students with any level of experience in aikido.
Aikido class with Linda: with a passion for supporting beginners, Linda tends to focus on fundamental topics such as footwork and ukemi.
Aikido class with rotation of instructors: with Dan, Megan, Karen, Scott, Linda, Marco and Maru rotating in different weeks, get a feel for different perspectives of aikido.
Morning wellness: Enjoy 45minutes of yoga, mobility, tai-chi, chi-gong, weapons work… depending on the day and instructor teaching that day. Family members of Aikido of San Diego members are welcome to join!
Weapons class: in this class we work with a jo (wooden staff), normally doing partner practice. Sometimes we may decide to go to the park behind the dojo to practice.
Open mat: people can grab a training partner, ask questions, or work on whatever they want. This space is also used for exam preparation.
The enrollment is open all year round, and the adult membership fee is $120/month. We do offer discounts for current college/university students, active military members, and families enrolled. To inquire about our discounts or any other questions, please contact us here.
Aikido for youth
Kids class: This fun, multi-dimensional class teaches kids to embody more effective and affirming ways of meeting challenges. Through Aikido, and related games and activities, children learn to frame themselves better and connect to their positive powers. They have fun, and practice skills for safety, self-awareness, and more centered action.
We have two kids groups:
Children 6-8 years old (training Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-5pm), and children 9-11 years old (training Mondays and Wednesdays 5-6pm).
Kids membership: children can attend all classes for their age group for $90/month. We enroll children all year round.
Teens class: Teens need their own space and attention, and we have a class just for them! In this class we go deeper into the embodiment of Aikido technique and principle. Our focus is on how appropriately and effectively adolescents frame themselves and extend energy when challenged.
This class is tailored for 12-year-old children and older, until they are ready to move to adult class. Enrollment is open all year round!
Teen membership: can attend teens classes, mixed classes (adults and teens), open mat, and be part of our complementary teen mentorship program for $100/month. We take registrations all year.
For individual classes (one assigned weekday/week), family discounts or questions, please reach out here.
Weekly aikido schedule
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4-5 Kids class (6-8yo) • Maru |
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4-5 Kids class (6-8yo) • Maru |
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5-6 Kids class (9-11yo) • Maru |
5-6 Teens class • Maru |
5-6 Kids class (9-11yo) • Maru |
5-6 Teens class • Dave |
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9-9:45 am Morning wellness |
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6-6:30 Open mat |
6-6:30 Open mat |
6-6:30 Open mat |
6-6:30 Open mat |
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10-11 am Weapons class • Dave |
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6:30-7:30 Adult class • Dave |
6:30-7:30 Adult class • Linda |
6:30-7:30 Adult class • Megan / Karen / Scott / Marco / Maru |
6:30-7:30 Adult class • Dave |
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11-12 pm Adults and teens • Karen/ Scott/ Linda/ Maru/ Guests |
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7:30-8:30 Open mat |
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12-12:30 pm Open mat / dojo cleaning |