Welcome to South Austin Aikido

Basics
Instruction is organized around basic principles and techniques. The pace of the class and material presented is directed toward beginning level students. Senior students also attend these classes.

All Levels
Instruction is organized around more advanced principles and techniques. The pace of the class is directed toward the intermediate and advanced student. Beginners are welcome to participate in these classes with the understanding that the instructor and senior training partners will modify the class material appropriate to the junior student’s level.

Advanced
Instruction focus is on advanced principles and techniques, with the pace of the class directed toward the advanced student.

Weapons
South Austin Aikido offers traditional weapons classes in the bokken (Japanese wooden sword) and the jo (short staff). The training consists of individual moves, as well as partner practices. The moments emphasize breathing, balance, timing, and blending with the actions of your partner.  Weapons training is complementary to the empty hand techniques of Aikido.  This class is open to all levels.

Weapons/Dori
This Monday night class will focus on tanto dori, jo dori and tachi dori.  The use of weapons in our practice heightens one’s awareness of the attack, while teaching the importance of entering, distance and centerline.  Students will find this class very beneficial for their training and are encouraged to attend.