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Aikido is a highly effective Japanese martial art known as the "art of non-resistance" and the ANU dojo is Australia's longest standing aikido dojo. At the ANU Aikido Club we teach an array of skills, including: hand techniques, throws, weapons training and mindfulness, all with a focus on enhance ki flow. We cater to all skill levels so feel free to drop by and join us for a session! Our Focus Mindfulness At the ANU Aikido Club we incorporate mindfulness and zen meditation into our regular practice to train not just our bodies but also our minds. Self-Defense Training We focus on a wide range of hand techniques, effective body movement and blending, always with a focus on learning to extend and connect to the ki of others. Weapon Techniques As beginners become more skilled at aikido, we focus on how to use techniques to disarm or get into a superior position when someone attacks with a weapon. Beginners Course Interested in learning Aikido? Sign up to the next beginners course starting on 31/07/2026 at the ANU Sports Dojo. Classes for the beginners course are held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday nights for 8 weeks. The course teaches the basic Aikido self defence techniques, Ki cultivating exercises, Zen and the other visualisation techniques. At the end of the beginners course you are welcome to join the club and continue training or if you'd prefer you can sign up to another beginners course. Sign up today or join us at one of our upcoming events to find out more or visit us at the ANU Market Day Wednesday 29th of July. Join Now Student Testimonials Joshua's Experience "Training in Aikido has genuinely changed my life. Not only has it improved my physical fitness, it's made me more aware and taught me how to approach the world in a more compassionate way." Renate's Feedback "I really enjoy the physical and mental challenges of training and learning with and from the other students. I feel supported in growing my skills and value the friendships I have formed."

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Welcome to ANU Aikido Club. Our training focus on important aikido principles emphasising, harmony, discipline, yin/yang, ki and the connection between mind, body, and spirit. We aim to carry those principles into every class with our goal of creating a supportive environment where students can learn and develop through consistent practice. Aikido is a modern Japanese martial art focused on blending with movement and redirecting energy rather than meeting force with force. Through consistent training students develop awareness, confidence, the ability to feel and extend ki and learn to centre. We believe mastering the fundamentals is important as these are the basis from which to build Aikido skill. Our classes are open to all experience levels, from complete beginners to experienced aikido students. Regardless of whether you are training for self developmental, to learn genuine self defence, improve your fitness or learn how to connect better to the world around you, we aim to provide a welcoming and respectful place to learn and train together. ABOUT ANU AIKIDO CLUB Brett Stubbs Senior Instructor Brett Stubbs watched his first Aikido class as a teenager and was instantly hooked. Following his Sensei's traditional teaching Brett soon discovered a love for weapons training and Za Zen which he has incorporated into his daily life ever since.While teaching Brett focuses on helping students understand the inner aspects of Aikido promoting personal inner development while maintaining the combat effectiveness of real, genuine Aikido. Tamara Abed Instructor Tamara’s love of horses brought her to Aikido after learning the riding principles of softness, mindfulness and centering all relate to Aikido. Tamara loves the flow of the ki and the power of centering whilst delivering effective techniques. Tamara regularly trains in Japan at both Hombu dojo and other centres, where she is well regarded. Students in her class can expect a continuation of the principles and techniques learned from Turnbull Sensei whilst adding an extra dimension from her training in Japan. Her favourite quote is ‘Technique has its place but spiritual forging is far more important’ (Yamaoka Tesshu).

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT This statement was last updated on 03/05/2026. We at ANU Aikido Club are working to make our site accessible to people with disabilities. Accessibility adjustments on this site We have adapted this site in accordance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA . This site's contents have been adapted to work with assistive technologies, such as screen readers and keyboard use. At The ANU Aikido Club, we want our website to be easy to use for as many people as possible. We’ve aimed to keep things simple and readable, with clear text and a layout that works across different devices, including mobile. We’re a small, volunteer-run club, so accessibility is something we’re continuing to improve over time. We’re also working on making our content more accessible, including adding descriptions to images where we can. Our club is open to anyone with a genuine interest in learning aikido, and we value a welcoming and inclusive environment both on and off the mat. If you have any trouble using this website or notice something that could be improved, we’d really appreciate you letting us know: info@anuaikidoclub.com.au

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Training Times and Fees Below we provide some information about our club schedule and training fees. We accept beginners all year round so don't be a stanger! Reach out to us for more information at info@anuaikidoclub.com.au Classes Schedule ANU Aikido Club Classes We meet three times a week at the ANU Dojo: - Mondays (6:30pm-7:30pm) - Wednesday (6:30pm-7:30pm) - Friday (6:00pm-8:00pm) We do not train on public holidays. Feel free to drop by anytime and say hi! Class Focus What to Expect - Cater for everyone regardless of experience. - Hand Techniques: We teach a variety of hand techniques, locks and throws. - Mindfulness Training: We practice developing ki attuning and our partners ki. - Weapons Training: As beginners become more confident we apply techniques using weapons. Training Fee Monthly Training Fees - Our monthly training fee is $75. - Our yearly Club Training fee is $120. - For Non-ANU Members, there is addition fee of $115 to join the Sport and Recreation Association. - Our beginners course is $115 and this covers the yearly club training fee. Preparing for Class What to Expect - Beginners are encouraged to come in comfortable, workout clothing. - Senior students and those who have trained in other martials arts typically train in an traditional Japanese gi.