Our next grading for Aikido juniors will be announced by Sensei Chris during the term.
Gradings for adults Aikido are usually held twice each year. For 2021 :
Gradings for adults Aikido are usually held twice each year. For 2021 :
- mid-year Saturday 15 May with Sensei Simon Puffett
- end-of-year Saturday 16 October with Shihan Nobuo Takase
To be eligible for your next grade you must complete the minimum number of training days & be able to demonstrate applied principles & techniques as set out in our syllabus.
This list of Japanese terms will help you decipher the names of many movements commonly used in our Aikido classes.
Remembering these will help with your learning.
Remembering these will help with your learning.
Proficiency tests are targeted to help you prepare for your next grading.
During Proficiency Tests, your execution of Aikido techniques is assessed. Your instructors will mark you on what you are doing well, and record how you can do better next time. These test notes will give both you and your Instructors a good indication of your progress leading up to your next grading. Proficiency test results are also considered when establishing your eligibility to grade.
During Proficiency Tests, your execution of Aikido techniques is assessed. Your instructors will mark you on what you are doing well, and record how you can do better next time. These test notes will give both you and your Instructors a good indication of your progress leading up to your next grading. Proficiency test results are also considered when establishing your eligibility to grade.
Grading fees are set by Aikido Shinryukan New Zealand (our parent organization).
