Edinburgh Aikido Club
Weekly adult aikido classes in Edinburgh — beginners welcome, weapons training included.
About this business
Edinburgh Aikido Club runs weekly adult aikido classes in Edinburgh, teaching basic movements, ukemi and weapons (bokken, jo, tanto). The club states it has operated for over a decade and that all black-belt dan grades at the club are recognised by the Aikikai Foundation.
The club names its head instructor as Scott Reed, 5th Dan Aikikai, with lead instructors Jim Wolff and Paul Mulvanny (both 3rd Dan Aikikai). The site notes training under senior instructors from the French FFAB (notably Jacques Bardet and Toshiro Suga) and publishes practical information about booking, prices and insurance.
Why choose them
- Published weekly timetable with beginner and all-levels sessions.
- Clear pricing including a 4-class beginner bundle and monthly pass.
- Named instructors with Aikikai dan grades listed on the site.
- Club states over a decade of operation and Aikikai recognition.
Services
- Address
- Drummond Community High School, 41 Bellevue Place, Edinburgh EH7 4BS
- Credentials
- All black-belt dan grades recognised by the Aikikai Foundation; head instructor Scott Reed 5th Dan Aikikai; lead instructors Jim Wolff and Paul Mulvanny 3rd Dan Aikikai; training links with senior FFAB instructors Jacques Bardet and Toshiro Suga.
- Pricing
- Try Aikido (4 classes) £20 (must be used within one month). Drop-in £8. 2-class-in-a-week bundle £14 (same evening). Monthly All Classes Pass £50 (auto-renew). Student/low-wage/unemployed weekly bundle £9. Annual club membership/insurance £10.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you welcome complete beginners?
Yes. The club runs a 'Foundations' class (7–8pm Wednesdays) described as ideal for beginners and offers a 'Try Aikido' beginner bundle: 4 classes for £20 that must be used within one month.
When and where are classes held?
Weekly classes are held on Wednesdays at Drummond Community High School, 41 Bellevue Place, Edinburgh EH7 4BS: 7–8pm Foundations and 8–9pm All Levels & Weapons. Booking is done through Gymcatch.
What are the prices and payment options?
Published prices include: Try Aikido bundle — £20 for 4 classes; Drop-in — £8; 2-class-evening bundle — £14; Monthly All Classes Pass — £50 (auto-renew option); Student/low-wage/unemployed weekly bundle — £9. An annual club membership/insurance fee of £10 is requested.