Beginner Program
$225
- Sign-up fee included
- First month of class dues
- Aikido uniform with white belt
- Aikido beginner’s manual
- First testing fee included
- Yukyusha passport after first test
Kimusubi Aikido
Central Florida Aikido school since 2004
A disciplined path to composure, strength, and self-mastery.
Traditional Aikido practice for adults seeking a physically real, non-competitive path — one that holds up over a lifetime.
Not competition. Not sport. Not a gym.
Watch a classObserve first. Ask questions. Decide later.
The practice
Who this practice is for
Kimusubi Aikido is a traditional Aikido dojo primarily serving adults* who want a physically real, non-competitive practice rooted in discipline, respect, and long-term development.
Practice is active and physical. Students learn how to roll, fall safely, move on the floor, and work with partners at a pace appropriate to experience and ability. No prior martial arts experience is required.
If you are able to attend a gym, run, lift weights, or do floor-based movement, you are capable of practicing Aikido with us.
Attendance naturally varies for adults balancing work, travel, and family life. What remains consistent is attentive movement, personal instruction, and steady development over time.
As with any embodied practice, the more consistently one practices, the more quickly understanding develops and the more the practice gives back over time.
* In some cases, older teenagers who demonstrate maturity and readiness may be invited to practice.
A Living Tradition
Our dojo maintains long-standing relationships with senior teachers and is formally affiliated with the Aikido World Headquarters through theAikido Isshinkai Association.
Practice schedule
Our practice schedule supports consistent, focused keiko throughout the week. Classes are structured to allow steady development, repetition, and recovery over time.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
6:30–7:15 PM Foundational Practice
7:15–8:30 PM Open Practice
Our classes provide an active, collaborative, and safe environment to learn Aikido’s techniques and principles. There are no competitions, no contests of strength—just a shared journey of growth and discovery.
New members start with the first 45 minutes of class, focusing on fundamental skills like ukemi (falling safely) and the basics of Aikido.
Membership
Beginning Practice
Enrollment at Kimusubi Aikido follows observation and conversation. The options below outline the structure of practice for those who are ready to begin.
Registration Fee
$50
- One-time registration fee
- Annual insurance fee
- Annual Isshinkai Association fee
Monthly Dues
$85
- Three classes per week
- Dues collected monthly
- Auto-draft by credit or debit card
- No contracts
- 30-day notice to cancel anytime
Mat Fee
$15
- Isshinkai members $10 per visit
- Visiting Aikido students are welcome
- Please call ahead to confirm the schedule
- Pay upon arrival
What our students say
“Excellent balance of the martial and spiritual aspects of Aikido, which are a practical form of self-defense for anyone. Members are an eclectic mix of great people.”
“I’m in my sixties and it keeps me moving, active, and it’s an absolute joy to come and work out. I always feel good, and it’s taught me to move in a way I never thought I would. I’m much more flexible and it’s one of the most fun things I’ve ever done.”
“Aikido has helped me develop myself physically and mentally. It helps me in my day-to-day interactions with people and challenges me to think and act with courage. The instructors here have the knowledge and passion to explain why we do things, instead of only how to do them. The people here have become part of my family.”
“I think Aikido is a very effective, subtle, and graceful martial art. It encourages personal growth and helps us better our physical and spiritual lives. Aikido increases my self-awareness and confidence, and it has deepened my ability to connect to others—a valuable quality I use in my everyday life.”
“I find Aikido to be a martial art that offers mindful exercise. Having prior martial arts experience, to me Aikido offers that next level of skill, flexibility, and awareness that can be taken into my personal and professional life. I also believe it helps us stay youthful in mind and body, and with that we can persevere.”
“To me, practicing Aikido is like working in the garden. First you toil with the weeds and dirt, then taking a break, you see a little flower that has bloomed and you think, “Wow, how beautiful.” That’s when you realize that a garden grows more than plants. I like to practice Aikido with other people who are very good gardeners.”
“Great place to practice Aikido for all levels. Friendly and welcoming people, and focused on authentic training—I can’t recommend them highly enough. Well worth a visit and loving the new dojo!”
Dojo Location
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Contact Us
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