Beginner Bootcamp
What Is the Beginner Bootcamp?
The Beginner Bootcamp is a four-week on-ramp built specifically for adults who are brand new to Aikido. One class per week, each building on the last, so you have time to absorb what you learn and show up to class five feeling like you belong there- because you will.
By the end of the bootcamp, you’ll have the fundamentals under your belt (literally) and be ready to join our regular Adult Aikido classes as a full member of the dojo community.
What you’ll walk away with:
- A solid foundation in Aikido stances, movement, and body awareness
- The basics of falling and rolling safely (ukemi)- one of the most valuable skills in Aikido, on and off the mat
- An introduction to core techniques and how partner practice works
- Familiarity with dojo etiquette and culture, so your first regular class feels natural
- Your first rank: 7th Kyu
That last one is worth pausing on. You won’t just be learning; you’ll be earning. Your first rank is a real milestone, and it’s yours from day one of training with us.
Ready to Begin?
Aikido is often described as the Martial Art of Harmony- and every practitioner’s journey starts with a single first step. This bootcamp is that step, structured, supported, and designed to set you up for years of practice ahead.
We typically offer the beginner bootcamp in the spring and in the fall. Our next cohort will start in Spring of 2027. If you are interested, join the waiting list and specify the times you could be available so we can reach out to you when the program will be available to you.
Do you want to start directly with the rest of the students? You can definitely do that! Do you want to hear more how that works? Do you have other questions? Contact us!
Choose Your Package
Shoshin Starter – $89
- 1h exclusive class/week
- 4 weeks
- Learn all the fundamentals
- Community handbook
- $20 credit toward your first month of Aikido as a member
Learn all the elements you need to learn to step confidently into regular adult aikido classes.
Shoshin Plus – $124
- 1h exclusive class/week
- 4 weeks
- Learn all the fundamentals
- Community handbook
- $20 credit toward your first month of Aikido as a member
- Your very own gi (training uniform)
Everything you need to start your aikido membership without hesitation.