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British Aikido Federation

Welcome to the British Aikido Federation! We are dedicated to promoting the practice of Aikido across the UK and fostering a community of practitioners who share a passion for this dynamic martial art. Click the button below to learn more about the British Aikido Federation.

Discover Aikido

Our Passion for Aikido

The essence of Aikido as a contemporary Martial Arts is Love” (Aikido, The Contemporary Martial Art of Harmony, 2019, p46).​

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Aikido is a modern Japanese martial art that focuses on harmony and the redirection of an opponent's energy. It emphasizes techniques that allow practitioners to defend themselves while also protecting their attacker from injury. Aikido incorporates joint locks, throws, and fluid movements, promoting both physical and mental discipline. The philosophy behind Aikido encourages practitioners to cultivate a peaceful mindset and a sense of unity with their surroundings. Click the button below to learn more about Aikido.

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Find a Club

If you are interested in starting your journey into Aikido, then click the button below to find a BAF Dojo local to you.

Upcoming BAF Courses

Overgravity Gymnastics, Arches 160, 163 Sutton Street, London, E1 0DB

London

Overgravity Gymnastics, Arches 160, 163 Sutton Street, London, E1 0DB

Dates

8th February 2025

Duration

3 Hours

Price

BAF Adult: £30.00

Oxford University, Wellington Square, Oxford, UK

Oxford Course

Oxford University, Wellington Square, Oxford, UK

Dates

21st and 22nd June

Duration

2 Days

Price

To be confirmed

Sport Wales National Centre, Sophia Close, Pontcanna, Cardiff, UK

Cardiff

Sport Wales National Centre, Sophia Close, Pontcanna, Cardiff, UK

Dates

4th and 5th October

Duration

2 days

Price

£35 Full Weekend - £25 Day Rate

The Edinburgh Dome, Imperial Road, Malvern WR14 3AW, UK

Spring Course

The Edinburgh Dome, Imperial Road, Malvern WR14 3AW, UK

Dates

22nd and 23rd March

Duration

2 Days

Price

£35 Full Weekend - £25 Single Day

Port Talbot YMCA, Y m c a, 48-52 Talbot Road, Port Talbot, UK

Port Talbot Aikido Club

Port Talbot YMCA, Y m c a, 48-52 Talbot Road, Port Talbot, UK

Dates

12th and 13th July

Duration

2 days

Price

To be confirmed

Welsh Judo Association, Sophia Cl, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9SW, UK

Joint Aikikai Course

Welsh Judo Association, Sophia Cl, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9SW, UK

Dates

12th and 13th April

Duration

2 Days

Price

Weekend Fee: £90, Day Fee: £50 (discount available for BAF members)

University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, UK, CH1 4BJ

BAF Summer School

University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, UK, CH1 4BJ

Dates

4th to 7th August

Duration

4 Days

Price

To be confirmed

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