Class Charges
Gradings
Like many martial arts, we have gradings: yellow belt, orange, green, blue, brown and black.
Gradings up to brown belt are held in Swindon every 6 months.
Students generally grade every 6 or 12 months depending on ability and level of practice, although there is no requirement to grade.
Grading fees start at £20 for yellow belt, to £100 for black belt.
The black belt grading takes place annually in Swindon.
We train bare foot on the mat, although you can wear socks if you wish. For that reason, you might find it useful to have flip-flops that can be left at the edge of the mat, as we never step on the mat with our shoes or walk bare foot on the floor.
What are the Training Costs?
Lesson Charges
Your first lesson is free; thereafter it is £5 per session (for 1 and a half hours of practice), or £20 per month by Standing Order.
This is used for the hire of the practise hall (dojo) and to cover costs.
The instructors or coaches are not paid for teaching.
Membership
After 3 sessions, you will need to pay an annual membership fee.
This costs £45 per year, which covers your membership with the British Aikido Board (BAB) and insurance.
Clothing
Initially we recommend you wear comfortable clothes, typically a track suit and t-shirt.
After a few sessions, you'll want to get a Judo suit (Gi) with a white belt. These can be bought from large sports shops or martial arts shops for under £30.
Judo Gi (suit)
Belts
