The Way of Harmony
training
Aikido classes are held at the Family Fitness and Self Defence Academy on Victoria Road (opposite the McDonalds and Shell Service Station). The Ryde-Eastwood Dojo is a short distance from Gladesville, Putney, and Top Ryde to the East; Meadowbank, Rhodes and Concord to the South; Eastwood, Epping and North Ryde to the North, and Rydalmere through to Parramatta to the West.
Place: Family Fitness and Self-Defence Academy
1043a Victoria Rd, West Ryde NSW 2114
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Time: Tuesday AND Thursday nights 7pm - 8.30pm. Come 15 minutes prior to change and help cleaning.
The dojo is 5 minutes walk from West Ryde train station.
Classes are led by Jeff Standen (3rd dan) and Adrian Knight (2nd dan).
Jeff Standen is a member of Aikido Kenkyukai International (AKI), an affiliation of Aikido dojos throughout Japan, Australia, NZ, Canada, USA, Chile & Uruguay, inspired by the teachings of Takeda Yoshinobu Shihan, 8th dan. AKI is affiliated with Aiki-kai Japan. Jeff has been training Aikido since 1988 and is a fully accredited instructor with the Martial Arts Industry Association.
Adrian Knight started his Aikido training in the Aikikai Hombu Dojo, Japan, in 2002. Adrian was living in Japan for 7 years from 2001, and whilst living in Tokyo also studied Shinto Muso Ryu Jodo. Since moving back to Australia in 2008 he has been a member of A.K.I. Sydney.
Training fees
Fees per class: $15 or $8 for students / hardship
Fees per month: $80 or $45 for students / hardship
Annual Membership Fees:
All practitioners need to be members of AKI ($70/ year).
A first-month temporary membership of $20 is available for beginners and for visitors. All visitors are welcome.
Thinking of training?
If you're interested in training we ask that you come along to observe one class, so you become aware of the nature of the practice and its potential risks. If you already have Aikido experience you are welcome to join, though we still recommend you observe some of a class as there are many styles and methods of practise. By first watching, you avoid disappointment or frustration through expectation, and minimize disruption to those who choose to practise this way.
Membership requirements
Aikido Kenkyukai NSW Incorporated is a member of the Martial Arts Industry Association (MAIA). By abiding by the MAIA requirements, participants can feel confident in their instructors and the Aikido Kenkyukai organisation. In 30 years of practice here in Australia, we have never had a serious accident or injury. However, the MAIA National Code of Practice requires that a Membership Agreement be completed by any person seeking martial arts instruction. Therefore, when applying for membership of any AKI NSW Inc dojo, prospective students are first required to observe a class. The following forms must then be completed and handed to your instructor, along with your preliminary membership fee and regular class fee, prior to participating in your first class:
* Click here to download a copy of these forms
Copies are available at the dojo, but please come at least 20 minutes earlier to allow time to complete forms and arrange payment.