Zenshinkan Dojo Intro to Aikido: Schedule and Cost

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The 4-week Intro to Aikido course at Zenshinkan Dojo meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:45–7:30, runs from Monday, October 26 to Wednesday, November 18, and costs $100, which includes a free uniform. It is designed for teen and adult beginners of all ages and fitness levels.

Schedule at a Glance

Detail Information
Days Mondays and Wednesdays
Class time 6:45–7:30
Duration 4 weeks
Start date Monday, October 26
End date Wednesday, November 18
Cost $100
Included Free uniform
Audience Teens and adults, all ages and fitness levels

What the Course Covers

According to the dojo, the intro class is built around three things:

  • Basic movements — the foundational body mechanics of Aikido
  • Safe rolling — learning to fall and roll without injury, a core skill for practice
  • Philosophy into practice — how Aikido philosophy translates into martial training

Zenshinkan describes itself as a place where Aikido and Zen training are offered concurrently, framed as shugyo: intense spiritual, physical, and mental training. The intro course is the entry point for newcomers rather than the full program.

Who It Suits

The course is explicitly geared toward teen and adult students of all ages and fitness levels, so no prior martial arts background or particular fitness level is stated as a requirement. If you are curious about Aikido but unsure about committing to ongoing training, the four-week format and included uniform lower the initial barrier.

How to Sign Up

The dojo's page includes a "Get Started" link that leads to a PayPal payment page, which is the stated route for registering. Before paying, confirm with the dojo directly that the October 26–November 18 session is the one you want, since the dates shown are specific to that course run.

Practical Points to Check Before Registering

  • Arrive ready to move. Classes are 45 minutes (6:45–7:30), and rolling practice is part of the curriculum.
  • Uniform is included, so you do not need to buy one before the first class.
  • Two sessions per week means eight classes total across the four weeks — missing a session cuts into a short course, so check the Monday/Wednesday schedule against your own.
  • Payment goes through PayPal via the "Get Started" link; if you need another payment arrangement, ask the dojo before registering.

For anyone weighing whether to try Aikido, this course is a low-commitment, fixed-schedule option with a clear start and end date and a single stated cost.