Junior & Youth Aikido

The martial art of Aikido is a particularly good activity for children whether they are into sport or not. Regular training will help develop life skills such as awareness, physical coordination, balance, focus, confidence and co-operation within a calm, safe and controlled environment.

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Where and when we train

Regular martial arts classes are held in the Belgard Community Centre (opposite the Luas Belgard stop). We recommend that you arrive for your first class at least 15 minutes early so you can meet the Instructor and get registered.

Martial Arts Class Schedule

	JUNIORS (6-9 yrs)	YOUTHS (10-16 yrs)
TUESDAY	5:00 - 6:00 pm	6:00 - 7:00 pm
FRIDAY		6:00 - 7:00 pm
SATURDAY	9:30 - 10:30 am

A key difference of Aikido to other martial arts is that it is mostly defensive. Your child can, therefore, learn how to be more aware, effective and safe in potentially hostile situations without having to resort to excessive violence as a reaction.

Children mimic what they learn. If you teach your child solely how to strike, he or she will want to punch and kick. If you teach your child how to be more aware, relaxed and confident in a difficult encounter, fear and animosity become less automatic in the moment. Clear thinking and instinctive, precise action replace violence as a response. This is the kind of martial art training on the Aikido mat that becomes a useful methodology for dealing with life’s problems that your child will face as they grow up.

Much of Aikido martial art training takes place with a partner. This helps a child learn how to interact with others and build social skills; a valuable lesson for life. Aikido classes are taught in a safe controlled environment with well thought out training methods. The classes are comprised of warm-up exercises, basic movements that form the building blocks of Aikido, more advanced techniques, and some playful exercises/games meant to enrich the skills already beginning to develop.

As a registered IMAC (Irish Martial Arts Commission) member, DTA takes compliance with Child Protection guidelines seriously. All senior Instructors in the children's classes have completed training in Child Protection in Sport, First Aid, are Garda vetted and registered with IMAC. There is usually at least two senior instructors present for each children's class and often three or more.

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What is the cost of Children's Aikido Martial Art classes at DTA?

€50 per month

Your child's first month can be paid for in cash. After that, fees are paid by automated monthly debit. Classes are one hour in length, held twice per week and represent very good value (approx €6 per class). Regular attendance twice per week is required to allow students to absorb, maintain and develop the skills of Aikido.

** New students are not accepted if they cannot commit to two classes per week

NOTE: Guardians/Parents are required to complete a registration form before their child will be allowed onto the mat.

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Monthly Subs Payment

It's important to take into account that our club is run exclusively by volunteers during their personal time on a not-for-profit basis. Your child's subs go towards the expenses of running the club; i.e. hall rental, instructor insurance, IMAC compliance and equipment rental/maintenance (mats). Your child's first months subs can be paid in cash, thereafter monthly subs must be paid via SUBSNINJA.COM.

Before your first month has come to an end and you have confirmed that you want to continue you will receive an email from us via SUBSNINJA.COM inviting you to enter credit/debit card details for monthly billing. Note: you can login to your members account at any time to view data, update personal details, update card details or cancel your account if needed.

We really appreciate your consideration in this matter as it helps greatly to reduce admin overhead and keep the club running smoothly.

Insurance & Membership of the BAA (British Aikido Association)

For the first month, your child will be covered by the club's general insurance. Individual Membership of the BAA (British Aikido Association) is required for insurance cover thereafter. (£25 per annum paid directly to the BAA).
You can pay the BAA directly by Bank Transfer (BACS) to:-

IBAN: GB88HBUK40370411459422
BIC: HBUKGB4149H

or you can give the equivalent in Euro to Keith or Pam and they will organise BAA membership payment on your behalf.