Aikido West
at The Masbro Centre
Aikido West Dojo is affiliated with the British Aikido Federation, recognised by the Aikikai Foundation Hombu Dojo Japan.
ABOUT
About Aikido
Aikido is a Japanese martial art founded on the principle of non-resistance rather than confrontation. Regular practice promotes flexibility, coordination, and agility which typically leads to increased confidence and wellbeing. Aikido is a subtle and graceful art which when properly practiced requires no strength and is therefore suitable for all.
A simple translation is not possible but aikido can be interpreted to mean the way (do) of harmony (ai) with vital energy (ki).
Aikido West is affiliated with the British Aikido Federation. Instructor Arabella Braun (5th Dan) practiced with Kanetsuka Sensei (8th Dan, Hombu Aikikai Foundation Tokyo) since 1988 until his passing in 2019.
Dojo Information
Classes
British Aikido Federation
Classes are suitable for all, from beginners to advanced. Beginners can practice up to 3 sessions without registering with the BAF (British Aikido Federation) and are not required to buy traditional aikido or karate uniform.​​
Suitable clothing would be tracksuit bottoms with a long sleeved top. Flip flops or sandals are useful to keep feet clean before entering the tatami (mats).​Etiquette is very important in aikido and will be explained during class.​​
Classes are Saturdays from 09:30am - 11:30am.​
Classes are presently taught to 18 years plus.
All members of the BAF (British Aikido Federation) enjoy the benefits of both Public Liability Insurance and Personal; and all BAF Instructors have professional indemnity insurance, Sport of England recognised Level-2 coach certificates.
The BAF is a member of the Joint Aikikai Council, the governing body for Aikido organisations in the UK affiliated to the Aikikai Foundation (Hombu Dojo).
Where we are:​
Masbro Centre
87 Masbro Road
London
W14 0LR
Contact​
Transport
Shepherds Bush Central Line
& Hammersmith piccadilly are just a short walk away.
