General Class
General Class
For working adults and university students
Find fulfillment and community in your week.
About the General Class
This is an aikido class for working adults and university students. It is not an advanced class for experienced practitioners – beginners and those with no martial arts experience can start with confidence. About half of our members are women, and the class welcomes people of all occupations, ages, and fitness levels. You will steadily learn practical techniques based on Yoshinkan Aikido, with the help of apps and videos.
Training Features
Aikido is a martial art where you control your partner through body mechanics rather than strength. You can learn practical techniques through a beginner-friendly methodology. Our hallmark is a “soft aikido” that allows even women and seniors with less physical strength to improve.
- Basic techniques, applied techniques, and kata practice
- Multiple-attacker practice (randori)
- Weapons training with wooden sword (bokken) and staff (jo)
- Self-study support through apps and videos
- Grading and rank promotion system (from beginner to dan rank)
- Train at two locations: Tokyo and Kamakura
Study at Home with Apps & Videos
Beyond dojo training, you can review at home using apps and videos. A modern training approach that allows busy professionals to progress at their own pace.
For Those With No Athletic Experience or Fitness Concerns
The General Class is not “rigorous training for advanced practitioners.” 92% of our members started as complete beginners. During your first few months, you will focus on ukemi (safe rolling techniques) and progress at your own pace. Many female members in their 40s and 50s with zero athletic experience have joined and continue to thrive.
This Class Is Great For Those Who…
🧘 Want to relieve stress
Reset daily stress through physical activity.
💪 Want to get more exercise
Improve fitness and flexibility with 1-2 sessions per week.
🤲 Want to study martial arts seriously
Work toward earning an aikido dan rank.
Schedule & Fees
Schedule
| Location | Day, Time & Class Type |
|---|---|
| Tokyo (Shinagawa) | Wed & Thu 19:30-20:25 (Basics) Sat 13:30-14:25 (Basics & Kids) Sat 14:40-15:35 (Applied) Sun 18:00-19:00 (Basics & Kids) Sun 19:15-20:15 (Special) |
| Kamakura (Youth Center) | Tue 18:30-19:30 (Basics) |
| Kamakura (Yuigahama) | Sun 14:00-14:50 (Basics) Sun 15:00-15:50 (Applied) |
Monthly Fees
| 4 Sessions/Month Plan | ¥9,200/month |
| Unlimited Plan | ¥14,000/month |
Enrollment fee: ¥15,000 (waived if you enroll after a trial lesson)
Beyond Training: Community & Social Events
Training Camps & Events
We hold multiple training camps per year (in Hakone, Izu, etc.) as well as social gatherings. Building deeper connections with training partners helps maintain motivation.
