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Two Rivers Aikikai offers several types of classes. ![]() Click here to download our Monthly Dues Rates as a ![]() The schedule below is current as of February 9, 2022.
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Description of ClassesBasic Aikido ClassesIn our Basic Aikido Classes, which are open to all students, techniques and ukemi (taking falls) are broken down to their foundations and practiced methodically. In these classes, advanced students practice with less experienced students. We all learn a lot from each other. Understanding body structure and mechanics is an important part of gaining proficiency in Aikido. Since we all have different body types, we move and react in a variety of ways. Because of these differences, advanced students can learn a lot from the beginning students.
![]() AikidoThese classes give us a chance to practice at a faster and more flowing pace. We still concentrate on the basics, but we might practice with tanto (wooden dagger) or with multiple attackers. We try hard to keep track of our centers and our ki. Maintaining good posture throughout the technique is important for both nage (the person doing the technique) and for uke (the person being thrown or pinned). The circularity of the technique becomes more evident as we learn to keep moving without hesitating from beginning of the attack to the end of the throw. These classes are open to all students comfortable with their falls. Toward the end of class, we practice with bokken (wooden sword), or jo (wooden staff). This portion of class may include jo tori & tachi tori (take away techniques), bokken suburi (solo and partner practice), jo kata (solo and partner practice), kumi tachi and kumi jo. Open MatOpen mat is not a formal class, but a time for students to practice techniques, ukemi or basic movements like tenkan, tenshin or enten. Students can practice alone or with other students. An instructor is available for answering questions and guidance. This is a good time to work at your own pace. Beginners can work on stretching and getting into better shape. Students often use open mat to practice for tests. Although this is not a formal class, proper etiquette is observed. KarateThis is a Shotokan Karate class with mostly individual kata. ![]() Sunday Aikido with bokken and joOur Sunday Aikido class will have empty hand techniques along with practice with bokken and jo. All students from beginners to advanced are encouraged to practice in this class to help develop good posture, flexibility, core strength, and familiarity with bokken and jo. IaidoIaido is a non-combative physical and mental discipline based on the prescribed use of the Japanese sword. Practicing Iaido helps one polish the self with a combination of control and flexibility of mind, body and spirit for a particular situation at a particular place in time. Koyanis Sensei's permission is required for observation and participation. Practice is centered on Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido, though several additional series are studied. Please visit our About Iaido page or the Kiyoikaze Iaido Federation website for a list of forms we practice and the testing requirements. ![]() |
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Two Rivers Aikikai is a nonprofit organization. Instructors are not paid to teach, which is considered part of their training. Dues allow you to practice in unlimited classes. Seminar fees are not covered by regular dues. Click here to download our current fees as a |
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