Upstate Aikido

Aikido is a martial art, and there are great benefits to studying martial arts in general. But there are many reasons to study this particular martial art other than just self defense.  These include increased balance, coordination, and improved flexibility.  Additionally, an Aikido student will enjoy a greater awareness of their body and enhanced sense of timing and reactions.

Adult Classes are for students 13 years of age or older. Adult classes include a wellness based warmup, Tai Sabaki (stances and body movements), Ukeme and other knowledge and practices necessary to Aikido. Aikido techniques are then shown and practiced, and class often includes a warm down.

Kids classes at Upstate Aikido have been created to allow the kids to have fun and burn off some energy while doing exercises that focus on flexibility, coordination, body awareness and teamwork. There is time spent specifically focusing on Aikido and preparing for the Aikido belt testing.