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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?
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?
     It is difficult to predict at the outset when a person will reach the first level of black belt since what we offer is not a "package course." Personal factors, such as natural ability, an open attitude and consistency, all play a role in one's progress. However, in general, someone who trains regularly can typically reach the first level of black belt in about 4 to 6 years.

     Remember though, earning a Black Belt in aikido is considered a beginning... not the end.
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?

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