An Introduction to Aikido

Aikido of Diablo Valley offers an ongoing set of classes totally focused on beginners. These classes are held on Friday evenings from 7pm to 8:30pm. This course introduces the new student to these aspects of Aikido:

• The unique Philosophy of this Martial Art

• Etiquette and customs

• Rolling and falling safely

• The different roles of the attacker and the receiving partner

• At least one basic throw

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New students are welcome to any class and especially to any beginners' session. To sign up please see “How do I start?” on our welcome page.


Aikido of Diablo Valley

1674 Challenge Drive
Concord, California 94520

Tel: (925) 676-6763  Fax: (925) 939-5550

email: aikido@advdojo.org

Illustration by Oscar Ratti, Animation frames from "Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere"