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Class Schedule
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7:00
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9:30
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Youth |
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11:00 - 12:00pm |
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Iaido
Free Practice |
12:00 - 1:00pm |
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1:00 - 2:00pm |
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All Levels
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4:30 - 5:30pm |
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6:00 - 7:00pm |
Basics |
All Levels |
Basics |
All Levels |
All Levels |
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7:00 - 7:30pm |
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All/Adv. |
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7:30 - 8:30pm |
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Aikido Weapons |
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Description of Classes
Basic level classes: The basics classes focus on the essential skills
required for the safe and correct practice of
Aikido. Techniques and principals are presented at a slow pace thus
allowing new and beginning students the opportunity to
learn Aikido
basics including etiquette, footwork, body movement, positioning, falling
(ukemi), the use of momentum and the development of a strong and stable
center. Although these classes focuses on the needs of students
with less than one year's experience, they are open to members of all ranks, and beginners benefit from the opportunity
to practice with more experienced students.
All levels classes: These classes focus on the fundamental and
applied techniques at the intermediate to advanced level, reinforcing
knnowledge of basic techniques and further developing the student's
knowledge of practical application of aikido techniques, including ukemi,
and develop flexibility and stamina. Attendance is open to all adult
members, regardless of rank.
All Levels /Advanced level classes: These classes focus on intermediate and advanced techniques and maximum
benefit from the class requires some comfort level with ukemi technhiques
. The class is structured to provide the more advanced students the
opportunity to polish techniques and practice a wider variety of applications.
Attendence is open to all dojo members but these classes are targeted
at students with more than two years experience.
Weapons classes: Weapons
training is an integral part of the Aikido curriculum. Aikido is
designed to respond to attacks with weapons as well as empty handed attacks.
Also, some of the baisc movements of Aikido are derived from traditional
Japanese weaons arts. Weapons practice helps in development of balance,
posture, movement, hand to eye coordination and concentration.
Aikido weapons include Jo (wooden staff), Bokken (wooden sword) and Tanto
(wooden knife). Attendance is open to all adult dojo members.
Kids classes: Framingham Aikikai's Kids Classes focuses on safety, cooperation and basic
Aikido. Classes are taught in a disciplined but fun environment
that includes stretching, rolling and basic techniques. Children can
progress through several levels of grading tests and eventually may
join the adult classes. The Kids Classes focus on
developing benefits in the following areas:
- Personal Skills: discipline, focus, concentration, self confidence and self awareness;
- Social Skills: cooperation, tolerance, relating to others, good manners;
- Physical Skills: flexibility, agility, balance, stamina and strength;
- Cultural Skills: etiquette, Japanese customs, tradition and language.
Development of these skills will help
children improve in school and in sports. They will learn at an early
age that a regular regimen of
exercise will reduce stress and anxiety in their lives as well as encourage
them to learn how to work and play with others in a fun yet disciplined
environment. These classes are open to children starting at age 6 and
their parents.
Free Practice: All members are encouraged to practice on their own before, between and
after the scheduled classes. In particular, the Sunday noon time
free practice can be used to prepare for tests, to train on specific
areas of interest, to consult with senior members, or for personal
development. These classes are open to all dojo members who have been practicing for at least a month.
Iaido classes: Iaido is the traditional art of drawing, cutting and re-sheathing the Japanese
sword. It is a practice separate from, but complementary to
Aikido. The classes consist of warm-ups, the practice of basic movements
and practice of several forms of kata. Iaido is a separate study from
Aikido. Permission of the Chief Instructor is required.
Questions about starting Aikido?
Click to view our Aikido FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
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