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We are currently enrolling classes for adults and youth.

"Even the longest journey begins with a single step"

-Chinese Proverb-

Wisdom of the East imparted with Western educational slant:

The first thing that most students notice is how easy and yet in-depth this process is.

Most of us have had the fantasy of being a black belt but were put back by the time and energy it would take. You still have to invest time and energy but we have updated the teaching side of Aikido with a curriculum, step by step learning and logical linear progression.

Aikido is a social art so it is easy to stay motivated. We keep the classes slightly informal to help you feel comfortable. The "KI" training is integrated into the technical part so you stay very concentrated. This also tends to leave you feeling bright and energized after a class.

Realistic Self Defense

How can this be? How can I do it?

It's all in your instincts and your physiology. Aikido shows you how spontaneous response and natural movement makes self defense easy, safe and injury free.

Aikido proposes a type of mind/body physics that leaves out speculation and drama. Oh, you may add them in later for fun. But the basic approach teaches us to move to places of safety and ease, redirect the negative, build our internal strength and be open to fresh ways to get things done.

"There is no enemy for Ueshiba of Aikido. You are mistaken if you think that true safety means to have opponents and enemies and to be strong and fell them. There are neither opponents nor enemies for Aikido. In Aikido you are to be united with the Center of the universe." --Ueshiba Morihei, founder of Aikido

Non-Discrimination Policy

New School Aikido welcomes students of any race, color, ethnic origin, physical limitation or lifestyle orientation. The rights, privileges, programs, and activities made available to students of the school are intended for everyone with an open heart and in the best interest of all. This school does not nor will ever discriminate in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships and other school administered programs.

Visitors Policy: Other Aikido Schools

Providing you have permission from your primary Sensei...  Welcome!! Please contact Sensei Smartt or Sensei Matlock at (209)462-8600 to let him know which class you'd like to attend and come on over!! The mat fee is $15, $10 for 2nd degree black belts and above.  Teachers and Dojocho from other Aikido schools are welcome to train for free.

Visitors Policy: Other Martial Arts Schools

Providing you have permission from your current teacher:  Pretty much the same as for Aikido schools with the caveat that you have spoken to Sensei Matlock and agreed to the safety rules that are unique to Aikido training.