If your dojo is affiliated to Aikikai, you are welcome to participate in training at Aikido Kyoto.
For Dan holders, please bring your Aikikai ID and Aikikai International Yudansha Book. For Kyu holders, please bring a letter of introduction from your instructor if this is your first time at Aikido Kyoto.
Please read the following information and send us the completed form below. Thank you.
Please let us know the day and class you wish to come to observe, and arrive at least 20 minutes before the class starts.
Beginners must observe practice before formally applying.
For beginners, once you have observed at least one class, please notify us the day you wish to start training, either in person at the dojo or through this page.
For people who are already practicing aikido at another dojo, please let us know your name, name of your dojo, your grade as well as the date you wish to join (you may also come observe, or practice as a visitor).
The Visitor Fee is 2,000 yen a day. Please come at least 20 minutes before class starts, and bring the exact amount.
If you wish to participate in training, please contact us at least 5 days in advance.
If you wish to visit with a group of more than 5 members, please contact us at least 2 months in advance.
Include your dojo name, your grade, the name of your instructor, (after checking with your instructor, if necessary) and the date and class you wish to participate.
Beginners cannot participate in training as visitors, we can only accept Aikikai members already holding a kyu/dan rank.
For those interested in training at AikidoKyoto as visitors:
For Nishijin Dojo, Fushimi Dojo:
At present, we cannot accept more than one visitor at a time. Please apply individually.
For Budo Center, Hirakata Dojo
We can receive up to 5 visitors per class.