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Interested? Please send us an email at brownaikidoclub@brown.edu and show up in athletic clothing to any of the classes listed under Schedule!
If you have any other questions or concerns, please reach out to any of the club officers or Chris-sensei at any time.
Contact us at the email address above to get on the mailing list!
If you decide to join the club, please let us know so that we can provide you with a student manual and uniform information.
Remember, there is absolutely no prior martial arts experience required!
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
I'm a RISD student. Can I join?
I'm a RISD student. Can I join?
Yes. The club is open to all members of the Brown and RISD community, including graduate students and faculty members.
Do I need to have prior martial arts experience?
Do I need to have prior martial arts experience?
No. Everyone is welcome to attend regardless of prior martial arts experience. Most of our members do not have any prior experience.
The beginning of the semester has already passed. Is it too late to join?
The beginning of the semester has already passed. Is it too late to join?
Not at all! Prospective members are welcome to come and participate at any time during the semester.
My schedule is very busy. Do I need to attend every practice?
My schedule is very busy. Do I need to attend every practice?
No. We understand that members have a significant commitment to academic work. However, consistent training is an important part of growth in Aikido, and as a result, we recommend that you make an effort to attend a minimum of one practice per week.
I have prior Aikido/martial arts experience.
I have prior Aikido/martial arts experience.
We welcome all styles of Aikido. If you have had prior training in Aikido, please speak with Chris-sensei about your background.
How does ranking work in Aikido?
How does ranking work in Aikido?
Rank in Aikido is not used as a means of comparison between practitioners, but rather as a means to demonstrate to one another our progress in the art. As with many Japanese martial arts, Aikido utilizes the kyu (級) and dan (段) ranks. You can learn more about the system here.
The club follows the curriculum set forth by Aviv-sensei, chief instructor of Aikido in Fredericksburg. Once you have decided to join the club, you will receive a student manual that contains the list of requirements for each rank.
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