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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aikido?
Aikido - "the Way of Harmony" - is a non-aggressive, non-competitive traditional Japanese martial art using no kicks, punches or blocks. It is suitable for both sexes and most ages, and
its techniques can be adapted for the disabled.
Where are classes held?
In Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire - in the North of the City about 15 minutes away from
both Junction
14 and 15 of the M1.
When are classes held?
On various nights throughout the week, with special courses or events from
time to time. Here is the schedule for Keihatsu Aikido Club.
Who can train?
Juniors - from 6 to 14 years. Seniors - anyone from age 16 up. If you have a disability or medical condition, please
discuss this beforehand with us.
What do I do if I want to train?
Simply turn up 10 minutes before class begins at the dojo. Ask to speak with the Aikido instructor and someone will guide you. Alternatively, ring or e-mail ahead, details on the
"Contact Us" page.
What are the costs involved?
£14 annually for membership of the Association and £6 annually for insurance
purposes. Juniors, Students and Unwaged participants have a lower cost of £10
annually for membership. It is then £3 per lesson for juniors or £3.50 for
seniors.
How many people train on an average night?
On an average night you can expect to train with up to 15 people in a friendly environment.
What is the order of the coloured belts?
In our syllabus they run as follows. Red, White, Yellow, Orange, Green, Blue, Brown, Black.
The Junior syllabus has a "tag" system of intermediate grades between
these colours.
What are the big skirt-like trousers I see in some pictures?
This is called the Hakama. In our syllabus, dark (usually black) hakama are worn to indicate that someone has attained their black-belt (sometimes called Dan Grade).
Can I see any Aikido in action?
Yes. See the "Images and videos" link on this website.
What is the latest news with the Club?
See the "Latest news" section, or download
the latest club information leaflet in PDF
format. If you don't have Adobe Acrobat Reader to read PDF files with, you
can download that here.
- What does "Keihatsu" mean?
- Keihatsu means as a literal translation
"enlightenment; development; edification". We believe in
these three tenets as one of the aims and strengths of the Club - to
develop, to enlighten ourselves both physically and mentally as we train in
Aikido.
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- I've just started Aikido, but wonder what the full
and proper
etiquette is.
- There is a guide, in PDF
format to help you in the early stages of your Aikido. If you don't
have Adobe Acrobat Reader to read PDF files with, you can download that
here.
I've still got more questions that are not answered, what can I do?
Contact us with any further questions.
What is the origin of Milton Keynes Keihatsu Aikido Club?
A full history of the club can be downloaded
in PDF format. If you don't have Adobe Acrobat Reader to read PDF
files with, you can download that
here.
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