Each Yudansha after gaining (BAB) recognition has the opportunity to teach at their own Dojo.

Also a program is set up for them to instruct for 3/4 hour ona a Friday evening class on an alternating basis. This will allow Yudansha without their own Dojo to gather teaching experience.

Four Instructor/Kenshusei courses are set up throughout the year, two will be for the Instructors (with Kenshusei assisting). The format being:

  • a) To work on teaching methods
  • b) Information on running your own Dojo

Please bring paper and pens to these courses.

Andy Dennis

I took up Aikido at the ripe old age of 37, initially just to keep fit and maybe learn how to defend myself "just in case".

Over 5 years later my present grade is 2nd Kyu.

You learn a variety of ways to move your body to maximum effect to deliver techniques which will enable you to destroy an opponent's attack. These attacks can be with or without weapons (knife, bottle, sword etc.).

I chose Aikido over other martial arts because it isn't aggresive - its about not being there when the attack comes, then being in control when the attacker realises he's dealing with someone different.

I particularly enjoy the etiquette/respect side of Aikido which keeps it on top of any other martial art i have ever seen.

The training from sensei Brown and the other Aikido has been second to none.

Aikido is definitely a thinking man/woman's art, there's no quick way to learn it; it takes time, patience, commitment but is very worthwhile.

It has kept me fit and I feel very confident "just in case".

Thank you to all at Kyu Shin Kan.