Free Trial Information
Free Trial Lesson
Complete beginners are welcome. Come visit the dojo.
Trial Fee: Free (no charge) ｜ No gi required – sportswear is fine ｜ Solo participants welcome
How the Trial Works
1. Apply via the Form
Select your preferred date and time on the hacomono reservation form. You can also apply via LINE.
2. Receive Details for the Day
After applying, we will send you an email with dojo details, what to bring, and important notes.
3. Come in Sportswear
Just wear sportswear on the day. No gi needed. Please bring water and a towel.
4. Trial Training + Q&A Time
Experience about 1 hour of training under instructor guidance. Afterward, you can ask questions or discuss enrollment.
FAQ
Q. Is it okay if I’m not athletic?
Yes. Aikido is a martial art that focuses on body mechanics rather than physical strength. No fitness level or athletic experience is required.
Q. What should I bring?
Just come in sportswear. Water and a towel are recommended. No gi is needed.
Q. Will I be pressured to join after the trial?
No. Enrollment after the trial is entirely optional. However, if you join after the trial, the enrollment fee is waived.
Q. Can I try a lesson with my child?
Yes. Parents are welcome to observe or participate together. We also accept children for trial lessons in our Junior class.
Q. What should my child wear?
School gym clothes, a T-shirt and long pants, or any sportswear is fine. We practice barefoot, so no shoes are needed.
Q. Can I just observe?
Yes. Observation only is also welcome. There is a waiting area at the dojo where you can watch your child’s training.
Q. Is it safe for a woman to come alone?
Absolutely. About half of our members are women, and most people come to trial lessons on their own. We have separate changing rooms for men and women.
Q. I’m worried about injuries
We prioritize safety in all training. During the trial, we carefully teach ukemi (safe falling techniques) first, and no forceful techniques are applied.
Trial Lesson Gallery
For Parent-Child Trial Lessons
If you would like to try a lesson as a family, please apply through the reservation form under the parent’s name.
Simply fill in the number of participants and the ages of the parent(s) and child(ren) in the questionnaire when applying.
Book a Trial Lesson
Tokyo (Shinagawa): Wed & Thu evenings, Sat & Sun / Kamakura: Tue & Sun