Shodokan Aikido Sheffield

Shodokan Aikido Sheffield is a martial arts school located at the Kyogikan martial arts centre. They specialise in teaching Shodokan Aikido, a Japanese martial art developed by Kenji Tomiki. This martial art combines Aikido and distance Judo principles, incorporating striking and wrist locks while excluding groundwork and clothing grips.

The main instructor at Shodokan Aikido Sheffield is Scott Allbright, a 6th dan. Scott has been teaching Shodokan Aikido in Sheffield since 1991 and is the highest level instructor of this martial art in the country. He has trained and turned a wide range of individuals into black belts and has also been a former world champion in the sport.

The dojo at Shodokan Aikido Sheffield is a traditional Japanese-style dojo, permanently matted and ideal for practising barefooted activities. They have a dedicated heating system and separate changing rooms for males and females. The dojo is not only used for Shodokan Aikido classes but also provides a training space for other martial arts. The school offers the option to rent the dojo for private use, making it suitable for activities such as pilates, yoga, fitness classes, and other martial arts.

The school offers various classes throughout the week. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, they have open classes from 1800 - 1930, which are suitable for individuals of all skill levels. On Saturdays, they have an invitation-only class from 1100 - 1300. The school also offers self-defence classes and sport aikido classes, catering to beginner students all the way to those competing at an international level.

The fees for training at Shodokan Aikido Sheffield are affordable. They offer two introductory sessions free of charge for new students. After that, they have a beginner offer of 20 for four sessions. For individual sessions, the cost is 10 (5 for concessions).

The monthly fee is 40 (30 for concessions).

Shodokan Aikido Sheffield boasts many black belt instructors, consisting of individuals from different walks of life. Many of these instructors are students, researchers, or staff at one of Sheffield's universities. This diverse group of instructors creates an excellent learning environment, and students who train regularly can achieve their black belt within approximately three years.

Overall, Shodokan Aikido Sheffield is a martial arts school dedicated to teaching Shodokan Aikido. With their experienced instructors, traditional dojo, and variety of class options, they provide a valuable training experience for individuals interested in learning this dynamic form of martial arts.