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Teitokan Aikido Club holds classes in traditional aikido at Tudor Hall in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey (next door to Tudor Hall Library). We are affiliated with the British Aikido Federation (under Minoru Kanetsuka - 7th Dan, Aikikai Foundation) and the International Aikido Federation at Aikido World Headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.
The instructor, Peter Novak, (2nd Dan BAA and IAF) is certified instructor by the British Aikido Federation and British Aikido Board.
Aikido can be practiced by people of nearly all ages and physical dispositions. Beginners and spectators are always welcome.
Please download the Teitokan starter pack (350kb) for further details on fee schedules, aikido, etiquette, Aikido terms etc.
Adult Class Schedule (Excluding UK Bank Holidays)
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Tudor Hall,
Tudor Drive,
Kingston Upon Thames,
Surrey
Nearest BR Train Stations: Norbiton, Kingston or Richmond
Bus Routes: 371 (Richmond-Kingston - get off at the Cardinal pub), 65 (Richmond-Kingston - short walk along Tudor drive)
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Proper observance of etiquette is as much a part of your training as is learning techniques. Please take the following guidelines seriously.
When entering or leaving the dojo, it is proper to bow in the direction of O Sensei's picture, the kamiza, or the front of the dojo. You should also bow when entering or leaving the mat.
No shoes on the mat.
Be on time for class.If you do happen to arrive late, sit quietly in seiza on the edge of the mat until the instructor grants permission to join practice.
If you should have to leave the mat or dojo for any reason during class, approach the instructor and ask permission.
Avoid sitting on the mat with your back to the picture of O Sensei or the kamiza. Also, do not lean against the walls or sit with your legs stretched out. (Either sit in seiza or cross- legged.)
Remove watches, rings and other jewelry before practice.
Do not bring food, gum, or beverages with you into the dojo.
Please keep your finger and toe nails cut short.
Please keep talking during class to a minimum. What conversation there is should be restricted to one topic -- Aikido.
Carry out the directives of the instructor PROMPTLY. Do not keep the rest of the class waiting for you!
Do not engage in rough-housing or needless contests of strength during class.
Keep your training uniform clean, in good shape, and free of offensive odors.
Please pay your membership dues promptly. If, for any reason, you are unable to pay your dues on time, talk with the person in charge of dues collection. Sometimes special rates are available for those experiencing financial hardship.
Do not change your clothes on the mat.
Remember that you are here to learn, and not to gratify your ego. An attitude of receptivity and humility (though not obsequiousness) is therefore advised.
Preserve common-sense standards of decency and respect at all times.
(Extracted from the The Aikido Journal)
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