Training With Us

Some thoughts, guidelines and ideas to consider:

• Sincere effort is required every minute, every day
• Courtesy and respect are essential in every class
• Manners and etiquette form the backbone of training
• Good will, a positive attitude and a sense of humor are important
• All students train together in the spirit of mutual growth
• There is no competition here
• Belt and rank come with training, not talent
• Training is your time - leave your problems at the door
• Focus on your own progress, not that of other students
• Practice Aikido in a pleasant, joyful manner
• Forget what you know, focus on what you're learning
• Don't be afraid to fail as we learn the most from failure
• Acknowledge your accomplishments, then forget them
• Aikido is about ending conflict, not winning fights
• Training happens as much outside of class as in it
• It is most important to train when you least feel like doing it

Some benefits of Aikido training...

• An effective system of self defense
• Teaches safe techniques for falling and avoiding injury
• Promotes improved mind-body coordination
• Aids in increasing flexibility of joints and muscles
• Provides methods for relaxation of body and mind
• Improves focus and concentration
• Raises stamina and physical conditioning
• Trains the mind to remain calm under stressful situations
• Developes a dynamic, energetic individual