Class Information
Aikido is for everyone. It is never too late to start training, whatever
your age. In addition to our adult and children's classes, we offer specialized
training in sword, staff, knife, and free-style. We also offer classes for
beginners, as well as private lessons. At our school, there are no contracts, and you may train on as many days as you wish. Interested? Feel free to drop by and observe a class. (Just let us know
when you're coming.)
You can also check out our frequently asked questions page. We're always happy to help.
Class Schedule
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Adult 7-8 am |
Children 9-10 am |
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Adult 10-11 pm |
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Open Mat 11-12 pm |
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Children 5-6 pm |
Children 5-6 pm |
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Beginner 6-7 pm |
Adult 6-7 pm |
Beginner 6-7 pm |
Adult 6-7 pm |
Open Mat 6-7 pm |
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Adult 7-8 pm |
Weapons 7-8 pm |
Adult 7-8 pm |
Advanced 7-8 pm |
View our class calendar for our instructors teaching schedule.
View our flyer
(children's class), for printing
(PDF,
27.04 KB).View our flyer
(adult class), for printing
(PDF,
26.92 KB).View our brochure
, for printing
(PDF,
447.45 KB).Fee Schedule
| Monthly Tuition (adult) | $65.00 |
| Monthly Tuition (child) | $55.00 | |
| Enrollment Fee | $30.00 | |
| Annual Fee | $45.00 |
View our frequently asked questions page for additional information about our fees.
View our payment page to pay your tuition online with PayPal™.
Rank System
View our test requirements (adult), for printing
(PDF,
35.04 KB).View our test requirements
(children), for printing
(PDF,
42.24 KB).For adults, our school uses white and black belts to mark rank. There are six levels of white belt and ten levels of black belt. Hakamas are worn by yudansha (those who have reached black belt rank), and may be worn by female students who have passed their first promotional test. As a motivational tool, children in our school are awarded colored belts. There are no child black belts in our system.
Rank earned at our school is recognized by the United States Aikido Federation, the largest Aikido federation in the United States, and by its member dojos. In addition, our black belts are registered with the Aikikai Foundation, the headquarters for Aikido worldwide.
Etiquette
View our guide to etiquette.In Aikido, etiquette is very important. There are no elaborate rules of etiquette at the Aikido Center of Jacksonville, but as a Japanese martial art Aikido has its own rules.
Terminology
View our guide to terminology.Learn about the concepts, movements and other terms you will experience in your training.
Training
View our guide to training.Ten tips to make your training more enjoyable and productive.