Classes

We offer classes for all ages and abilities, including classes for children, teens, and adults. Most classes are held at night and on weekends and are organized by age of practitioner. Children from ages 6 to 12 or 13 attend the Youth Class. Teens 13 to 16 attend the Teen Class and teens 17 and up typically attend the adults class. A child's maturity level and physical size plays a role in determining which class he/she will attend. Click on the links above for more details on the various classes we offer.

Special adult classes not listed above include the Aiki Budo class and the sword class.

The Aiki Budo Class is open to the public on a limited basis. This class is designed to enhance the Aikidoist's ability to defend against kicks and punches by gaining an understanding of the inner workings of these attacks. Also many different types of strikes, sweeps, chokes and ground work are practiced here as well as the means of defending against them.

The Swarthmore Sword Class is open to Aikido students. Iai, Iaijutsu, formal and battlefield sword techniques are taught in this class. Please speak with Sensei Berry if you are interested in attending either of these special classes.