Beginners are welcome at all our classes!
Arrival time for class is 30 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Sundays
1:00–2:30pm
(Arrive 12:30pm)
Mondays
8:00–9:00pm
(Arrive 7:30pm)
Tuesdays
6:30–8pm
(Arrive 6pm)
Fridays
6:30–7:30pm
(Arrive 6pm)
Monday night classes are weapons classes (wooden sword & staff). We have spare weapons if you need them! Because weapons training is an especially good (and fun) way to boost bodily awareness and mental focus, we highly recommend it for beginning students.
Ages: Adults of all ages are welcome. We accept mature, self-motivated teens on a case-by-case basis. We also have a Youth Aikido Program for ages 7–12.
How to Start: Start anytime! First class is free. Wear long, comfortable pants, bring a water bottle, and arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Visitors: Visiting from elsewhere? You’re welcome to train with us while you’re in town! $30 per class drop-in fee, cash only.
Registration: See the Registration page for current membership rates and links for easy online registration. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions!
Click here for our calendar of upcoming Aiki Arts Center events.
Studio Twelve • 2525 Eighth Street • Berkeley, California
Between Dwight & Parker • Come in the door numbered 2525 • Studio 12 is on the left
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