Beginners Course

The next course starts in September 2011.

See training schedule for the training times and location.

Practising aikido begins by participating a beginners course. The course lasts about one semester. The course program consists of some of the important basic aspects of Aikido:

• Etiquette: How to behave at dojo
• Ukemi: How to fall down safely
• Some basic Aikido techniques
• Fitness exercises ...

Instruction is given in Finnish but many foreigners have successfully attented beginners course. It is always possible to ask others to explain things in English.

It is not necessary to participate all the classes, but it is advisable to practice as much as possible. Minimum of 20 classes is required prior to participating 6. kyu graduation, which takes place in the end of the course.