Belmont Dojo

The Belmont Dojo began operating on 4th February 2014.  It offers training in Aikido, a Japanese defensive martial art developed by Master Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969). Beginners are most welcome. 

Belmont Dojo is one of the two  Riai Aikido dojos in  the Wellington  region.  We maintain ties with our “sister”  dojo at the  City Dojo, Wellington. 

Aikido

Aikido is more than a self-defence system. Training in Aikido improves coordination, balance and posture, stimulates the mind, builds self-confidence, improves flexibility, builds “core” strength, and lots more. 

If you want to improve your wellbeing and build resilience - explore Aikido.

The dojo provides a safe, fun and friendly environment for students to train in Aikido. Our focus is on cooperative training in a non-competitive and supportive environment.  

Our credentials and lineage

We are affiliated to the California Aikido Association (CAA) which in turn is affiliated to Hombu Dojo, World Aikido Headquarters in Tokyo Japan. Within the CAA we are part of Division 3 headed by Robert Nadeau, Shihan (8th Dan). Nadeau Shihan trained under O'Sensei receiving personal instruction in the philosophy of Aikido. Nadeau Shihan regularly visited New Zealand with his last visit in 2019.  A connection with Nadeau Shihan is maintained through his on-line virtual dojo. 

The Belmont Dojo is also a member of Riai Aikido New Zealand, a school led by Henry Lynch  Sensei (6th Dan).

Try Aikido for free

Anyone wishing to try Aikido is most welcome to come along to two introductory 1 hour classes for free.  

A typical session includes: warm-up (stretches etc), body movement practice, learning to roll, and some basic techniques.

You do need to be injury free and have some level of fitness to participate. The Belmont Dojo follows normal dojo etiquette which will be explained to you on arrival.

Low training fee

We are a 'not for profit' organisation and instructors give their time freely.  Gradings, training, discounted social events and some local seminars are included as part of your club membership fee.  The club membership fee is a low $40/month.  

Beginners package is $100 for 3 months training.

For more information please contact us:

·         Lyn Meachen, Dojo Cho (Head), on 027 534 7191 or email: aikido.belmont@gmail.com

·         Andrew Watson (Senior Instructor) at email: aikido.belmont@gmail.com