Beginners are welcome to enroll any time. However, if you have not seen Aikido or Tai Chi before, we recommend that you come and watch a class before signing up, since fees and tuitions are not refundable.
NEW ENROLLMENT:
Aikido Institute Davis offers the following programs. To apply for any program below, click here or go to https://aikidoinstitutedavis.sites.zenplanner.com/sign-up-now.cfm
ENROLLMENT:
Use the New Student Packages below especially designed for new enrollment up to three months.
Or apply directly into one of the programs and pay monthly tuition. However, note that the monthly tuition is due irrespective of actual attendance, as long as the student intends to remain enrolled.
There is a one-time $55 fee per enrollment.
NEW STUDENT PACKAGES:
AIKIDO: $360 for 3 months, gi & enrollment.
JUNIORS: $260 for 3 months, gi & enrollment
AIKIDO & TAI CHI: $440 for 3 months, gi & enrollment
AIKIDO INTRO 4 PROGRAM ($55 - 4 classes)
Any adult beginner who wants a brief experience with Aikido on the mat is welcome to join our Aikido Intro 4 program in the Basic Classes which are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30 PM. Wear loose clothing.
Click here to apply for membership and enroll in our programs.
Notice of new tuition rates effective July 2024.
PROGRAMS:
AIKIDO FOR ADULTS ($120/month - unlimited)
All levels and all ages 18 and up are welcome. Students can attend five classes per week. We encourage a regular training schedule that includes at least three classes per week. Beginners can choose to attend the Aikido Intro 4 Program prior to joining general classes. In a typical class, the instructor may break the class into groups of students of similar levels and guide each group according to its pace. Classes are supplemented by seminars taught by Sensei or guest teachers during the year.
AIKIDO FOR CHILDREN ($90/month - Mondays & Wednesdays)
The program is designed for children and teenagers from 8 - 14 years old; however, younger children may be admitted upon skill evaluation. Children should attend the two weekly Children classes held on Mondays and Wednesdays. Prospective children can try-out one class.
AIKIDO FOR TEENS ($90/month - Three classes per week)
This program is designed for youth in the 13-17 age range. They can attend a mix of three classes (Adults and Children) per week, as recommended by instructors. They will receive adult ranks.
DESHI
This program is designed for serious students who want to commit to an intensive training regimen. Deshi are expected to attend all Aikido and Tai Chi classes. For more detail see Deshi Program.
TAI CHI ($75/month - Wednesdays and Saturdays)
The Tai Chi Program includes three components: Wu Tai Chi forms (Short Form and Long Form); Chi Kung, and Push-Hands. Wednesdays are focused on Chi-kung and other internal work, whereas Saturdays are focused on the Forms. We recommend that students attend all weekly classes and participate in all workshops during the year.
AIKIDO & TAI CHI ($140/month - unlimited)
This program is designed for Aikido students who also want to train in Taichi.
TAA Scholarship for Training in Japan
FORMS & PUBLICATIONS
Student Application Form
Student Handbook
Code of Etiquette
Rank Requirements
CLASSES SCHEDULE
Classes are currently held mostly indoors, except as indicated, every day except Sunday.
See Calendar
