Who can join NSW Aiki Kai?<\/strong> Anyone aged 5 years and Can I watch a class before joining?<\/strong> Yes. If you are How do I become a member?<\/strong><\/p>\n Simply:<\/p>\n Do I need to be fit to start?<\/strong> No.\u00a0Aikido can be Do I need previous martial arts experience?<\/strong> No.\u00a0Most Do I need to join Aiki Kai Australia?<\/strong> Yes. All What does my membership include?<\/strong> Membership Do I still pay dojo fees?<\/strong> Yes. National membership What should I wear for my first class?<\/strong> Comfortable Do I need to buy a uniform immediately?<\/strong> No.\u00a0New What uniform do NSW Aiki Kai students wear?<\/strong> Students When do I wear a hakama?<\/strong> In Aiki Kai Australia, the Do I need to buy weapons?<\/strong> No.\u00a0Beginners generally How often should I train?<\/strong> One class per week is a What happens in a typical class?<\/strong> Classes generally Is Aikido safe?<\/strong> Yes. Training emphasises Can I train if I have an injury?<\/strong> Usually yes, Do I have to bow?<\/strong> Yes. Bowing is a traditional sign Can I arrive late?<\/strong> Please arrive before class Can I wear jewellery?<\/strong> No.\u00a0Rings, watches, necklaces, What hygiene standards are expected?<\/strong> Students Can children train?<\/strong> Yes. NSW Aiki Kai offers junior Can parents watch classes?<\/strong> Yes. Parents are How do juniors join?<\/strong> A parent or guardian must How do I earn my next belt?<\/strong> Promotion is based Are grading examinations compulsory?<\/strong> No.\u00a0Students Is Aikido a competitive sport?<\/strong> No.\u00a0Aikido has no Can I train at other NSW Aiki Kai dojos?<\/strong> Yes. Can I attend national seminars?<\/strong> Yes. Financial Who teaches at NSW Aiki Kai?<\/strong> All instructors are <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Joining NSW Aiki Kai Who can join NSW Aiki Kai? Anyone aged 5 years and above is welcome to join. No previous martial arts experience is required. Beginners are encouraged to start at any time. Can I watch a class before joining? Yes. 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\nabove is welcome to join. No previous martial arts experience is
\nrequired. Beginners are encouraged to start at any time.<\/p>\n
\nnew to Aikido, you are required to observe a class before participating.
\nThis gives you the opportunity to meet the instructor, ask questions and
\nsee how classes are conducted.<\/p>\n\n
\npractised by people of varying ages and fitness levels. Training
\nprogresses at your own pace.<\/p>\n
\nmembers begin with no prior martial arts experience.<\/p>\nMembership<\/h2>\n
\nstudents training at NSW Aiki Kai must hold a current Aiki Kai Australia
\nmembership. This provides insurance and national membership
\nrecognition.<\/p>\n
\nprovides:<\/p>\n\n
\nand local dojo training fees are separate.<\/p>\nUniform & Equipment<\/h2>\n
\nsports clothing with long sleeves and long pants is recommended. Avoid
\nshorts and clothing with zippers or hard fasteners.<\/p>\n
\nstudents can begin in suitable training clothes. Once you decide to
\ncontinue, you should obtain an Aikido uniform (dogi).<\/p>\n
\nwear a plain white Aikido gi (dogi) with a white belt until graded.<\/p>\n
\nhakama is generally worn after achieving Black Belt (Dan Grade).<\/p>\n
\nuse dojo training weapons until they decide to purchase their own.<\/p>\nTraining<\/h2>\n
\ngood starting point. Training two or more times each week will generally
\naccelerate progress.<\/p>\n
\ninclude:<\/p>\n\n
\ncooperation, control and mutual respect. Students learn safe falling
\ntechniques before practising more advanced throws.<\/p>\n
\ndepending on the injury. Please inform the instructor before class so
\ntechniques can be modified if appropriate.<\/p>\nEtiquette<\/h2>\n
\nof courtesy and respect for your training partners, instructors and
\ndojo.<\/p>\n
\nbegins. If you arrive late, wait at the edge of the mat until invited
\nonto the training area by the instructor.<\/p>\n
\nearrings and similar items should be removed before training for safety
\nreasons.<\/p>\n
\nshould:<\/p>\n\n
Children & Families<\/h2>\n
\nclasses at participating dojos.<\/p>\n
\nencouraged to observe junior classes where appropriate.<\/p>\n
\ncomplete and sign the junior membership forms in addition to the online
\napplication.<\/p>\nGradings<\/h2>\n
\non:<\/p>\n\n
\nprogress at their own pace.<\/p>\nGeneral<\/h2>\n
\ncompetitions. The focus is on personal development, cooperation and
\ncontinuous improvement.<\/p>\n
\nMembers are encouraged to visit affiliated NSW Aiki Kai dojos and
\nparticipate in seminars, subject to the instructor\u2019s approval.<\/p>\n
\nmembers of Aiki Kai Australia are welcome to attend state and national
\nseminars conducted by senior Australian and international
\ninstructors.<\/p>\n
\nexperienced practitioners who volunteer their time to support the
\ndevelopment of Aikido within the not-for-profit organisation.<\/p>\n