Aikido Introductory Series - May to June 2026

Welcome to the Aikido Introductory Series!

Curious about Aikido? This 8-week course is designed to introduce you to Aikido practice. The class structure includes preparatory movements, rolling and falling safely (ukemi), paired technique practice, and discussion. Classes are designed to be inclusive and welcoming for all adults. Aikido is a peaceful, noncompetitive martial art which emphasizes groundedness, connection, flexibility, and resilience.

Event Details:

• Date: May 5 - June 25, Tues/Thurs
• Time: 6:00pm
• Location: Boulder Aikikai - 2424 30th Street Boulder, CO
• Fee: $150 for 8-weeks, training uniform included

Why Would I Train in Aikido?

There are many possible answers! Here are a few:

Aikido offers a path for fitness, self-improvement, community, and play.Aikido uncovers and entrains alternatives to fight/flight/freeze responses in conflict.Aikido can be an embodied critique of the idea that if I win, someone else must lose.

Class Structure

Classes meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. The first 8 classes of this series will cover specific topics and specific techniques. After the first month, we switch to a more open “fundamentals” format, where each class will be a more organic and unpredictable meeting of teacher, students, and situation.

You’ll receive a training uniform (dogi) and some auxiliary materials as the class progresses. It is our hope that this series will provide a foundation for understanding aikido’s place in the world, and—if it fits—in yours as well!

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