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Aikido is a Japanese Martial Art developed by Morihei Ueshiba. By blending his peaceful philosophical beliefs with his broad experience of Japanese Budo, he discovered an art of peaceful reconciliation. Physical strength is not required to use these techniques of self-defense, and along the way there is no predicting what you may discover about yourself. Non-competitive and not for profit, the dojo of Nashville Aikikai welcomes students of all levels.

We're based in Nashville, Tennessee and affiliated with Aikido Schools of Ueshiba.

THE NEXT INTRODUCTORY CLASS WILL START ON OCTOBER 25, 2010

Nashville Aikikai offers an eight week Introductory Class for people with no previous aikido experience.   Classes meet every Monday and Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:00 PM..  Students are encouraged, but not required, to start at or near the beginning of a session.  Please wear loose-fitting clothing, such as a T-shirt and long sweatpants.  There is no need to preregister.  Please arrive at least 30 minutes before class on the first day to allow time for paperwork.  We look forward to seeing you at the dojo!

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Tom Sensei will be teaching a new morning class 6:30-7:30 AM on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, starting on August 30, 2010.  This class will be open to beginners. 

The kids class (ages 5-8) will be resuming on Saturdays from 12:30 to 1:15 PM.  Please see the Classes Page for more details regarding this class.

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NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS

DUES INCREASE

(Posted 8/16/10)

--> Monthly dues for the adult class will increase to $85 per month beginning 9/1/10.

--> Individuals who sign up for automatic withdrawal of dues from their checking account will have their dues remain $75 per month, for now

--> To sign up for automatic withdrawal of dues, please fill out a form (available at the dojo) and attach a voided check.  Put in the envelope on the bulletin board.  Please direct any questions to Mary Sensei.

--> There is no change in the dues for the Introductory, Children's or Youth Classes.

--> ASU dues are also increasing as of 10/1/10:

Annual dues for Mudansha (kyu rank students) are increasing to $45.  These are due in January or when a student takes his/her first test.

The fee for kyu testing will be increasing to $45 as of 10/1/10.

Annual dues for Yudansha will stay $75 per year. 

The testing fee for Yudansha will vary according to the yen to dollar exchange rate at the time the fee is paid.

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New flyers have been posted on the Classes Page.  Thanks to Cassandra and Gina for making these.

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There are no seminars currently scheduled.  However, plans are in the works for a seminar celebrating our move to the new location soon.  Please check back for updates.