Q: How can I join?
A: Lunenburg Aikikai is always open to new participants! There are several ways you can participate in our dojo:
Adults: (15 & up)
Beginners can join the introductory program we host twice a year (in the Fall and Winter) every year. The program involves 3 months of instruction and an aikido gi for one entry-level fee. Check out the home page for links to information on the when the next program starts. See Lunenburg Aikikai beginner classes information sheet as well as the USAF Student Handbook (both below) for more information about Aikido in general.
Beginners and experienced aikido practitioners can also join throughout the year. Please have a conversation with Sensei Constable first, and come and watch a few sessions before committing to this.
Practicing members of other dojos can join our events. Find more information here.
Q: I am interested in Aikido but would like to watch a class before joining. Is this possible?
A: Yes, and we would recommend that anybody interested in starting Aikido come to some classes to observe and then ask any questions you may have after the class finishes.
Q: Is there any information available to a new starter about the USAF, Aikido and how a dojo typically operates?
A: Yes! The USAF has produced a document as an introduction to Aikido, the USAF and basic dojo etiquette. This can be found in the following document: USAF New Student Guide PDF. Lunenburg Aikikai has also produced a short document about dojo etiquette: Dojo Etiquette
Q: What are the current testing requirements of the USAF?
A: The current USAF testing requirements are defined by the USAF technical committee, and can be found in this document: USAF 2011 Test Requirements PDF
Q: What else might I need to know before joining?
A: You could look over the Lunenburg Aikikai membership application (Adult Application), and also the waiver that every member needs to sign (Waiver).
Q: What are your Covid-19 policies?
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Q: How can I join?
A: Lunenburg Aikikai is always open to new participants! There are several ways you can participate in our dojo:
Adults: (15 & up)
Beginners can join the introductory program we host twice a year (in the Fall and Winter) every year. The program involves 3 months of instruction and an aikido gi for one entry-level fee. Check out the home page for links to information on the when the next program starts. See Lunenburg Aikikai beginner classes information sheet as well as the USAF Student Handbook (both below) for more information about Aikido in general.
Beginners and experienced aikido practitioners can also join throughout the year. Please have a conversation with Sensei Constable first, and come and watch a few sessions before committing to this.
Practicing members of other dojos can join our events. Find more information here.
Children
Children can join the children sessions that take place three times per year. Find more information here.
Q: I am interested in Aikido but would like to watch a class before joining. Is this possible?
A: Yes, and we would recommend that anybody interested in starting Aikido come to some classes to observe and then ask any questions you may have after the class finishes.
Q: Is there any information available to a new starter about the USAF, Aikido and how a dojo typically operates?
A: Yes!
The USAF has produced a document as an introduction to Aikido, the USAF and basic dojo etiquette. This can be found in the following document: USAF New Student Guide PDF.
Lunenburg Aikikai has also produced a short document about dojo etiquette: Dojo Etiquette
Q: What are the current testing requirements of the USAF?
A: The current USAF testing requirements are defined by the USAF technical committee, and can be found in this document: USAF 2011 Test Requirements PDF
Q: What else might I need to know before joining?
A: You could look over the Lunenburg Aikikai membership application (Adult Application), and also the waiver that every member needs to sign (Waiver).
Q. What are your Covid-19 policies?
A. Lunenburg Aikikai follows Nova Scotia provincial policies regarding Covid-19. We encourage you to be vaccinated if you wish to practice at the dojo but we do not make it a requirement. Similarly, students wishing to wear a mask are welcomed but it is not mandatory.