East Bay Aikido - Oakland, California

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QUESTIONS?

How do I get started?

When can I start?

Do I need to have any prior aikido experience?

Is it OK to make mistakes?

Absolutely. It's the way we learn. The only person who expects you to be perfect and get it right the first time, and every time, is you. No matter how accomplished the people around you may seem to you right now, you will get to know each of them and find out that they have made, and continue to make, lots of "mistakes."

Learning from our mistakes is how we become more proficient. Whether a movement was "right" or "wrong" is not important. How it feels or how effective it is in accomplishing the desired result is much more valuable.

We are interested in mastery, not perfection.

Where can I get a training uniform?

Do I have to get a training uniform when I sign up?

How often can I come to class?

How long does it take to get good?

How long does it take to earn a Black Belt?

What are the big loose pants called?

What do the colored belts mean?

How are ranks earned?

How much does it cost?

Why does everyone bow?

What is the area in front of the room?

Does the shomen have any religious significance?

How does aikido compare to other martial arts?

What if I discover that I don't like aikido training?