How old do children have to be to join the program?
The Aiki Kids Club is open to school-age kids ranging from approximately 5 years old to 13 years old.

Is it safe for my kids to train?
Yes. Above all else, we emphasize safety awareness, tolerance and mutual respect. Kids are taught how to roll, do breakfalls and move around the dojo properly in order to protect themselves and others from injury

Are there competitions like in karate or judo?
No. Unlike karate or judo in which there are tournaments or matches, Yoshinkan Aikido is a non-competitive martial art. During demonstrations we may occasionally have students perform certain techniques or movements and judge groups on the the best form, but there is never any ‘one-on-one fighting’ or ‘win-or-lose’ situation.