Martial Arts Biography
For a dan-ranked instructor
Your Name is an X degree aikido instructor with the Aikido Association of America. He began
aikido training with Teacher’s Name in Location in 19XX. Between XXXX and XXXX Your Name
traveled extensively to seminars throughout the USA, assisting Teacher’s Name. In 20XX, Your
Name founded Dojo Name at Location, where he instructs today. Your Name’s teaching
emphasis is whatever. In addition to his aikido practice, Your Name also studies Another Martial
Art or related discipline.
For a kyu-ranked aikidoist:
Your Name is a member of the Aikido Association of America. He studies at Your Dojo in
Location with Teacher’s Name, X dan. Your Name is certified as a teaching assistant and attends
the annual Aikido Association of America’s Instructor Seminar in Chicago. He also trains regularly
at continuing education seminars in Your Region. In addition to his aikido practice, Your Name
has also studied Another Martial Art or related discipline.
YOUR NAME HERE
Resume of Martial Arts Experience
AIKIDO:
20XX
20XX
20XX
20XX
20XX
20XX
20XX
20XX
19XX
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Assisted at international aikido seminar in location
Established aikido recreational program for City of Location
Participated in international aikido demonstration at Tokyo Budokan
Trained in Japan at Aikido World Headquarters and various Tokyo dojos
Appointed to Aikido Association of America regional test committee
Founded dojo name, location
Appointed officer of Location Region Hakamakai (Black Belt Association)
3rd degree black belt
Appointed assistant chief instructor, dojo name
Appointed director of children’s program, dojo name
2nd degree black belt
Appointed instructor, dojo name
1st degree black belt
Started aikido at dojo name, state, affiliated with Aikido Association of America
YOUR NAME regularly instructs at AAA seminars in the USA.
OTHER MARTIAL ART NAME:
20XX
20XX
19XX
19XX
Assistant instructor at seminar in location
Martial arts contest winner at dojo, location
1st degree black belt
Started martial art at location
PREVIOUS MARTIAL ART (S):
19XX-XX
19XX-XX
Studied martial art name (brown belt)
Studied martial art name
Your Name can be contacted at Dojo Name, (XXX) XXX-XXXX, or e-mail
XXXXX@XXXXXXXX.com
COURSE PROPOSAL – Aikido, a Japanese Martial Art
Instructor:
Your Name
X Degree Black Belt
Your Dojo
(XXX) XXX-XXXX
About Aikido
Aikido is known as "the way of harmony" . It is a modern Japanese martial art, and a tool for daily
life. The goal of aikido is to solve problems by finding peaceful solutions wherever possible. Aikido
philosophy shows students how to avoid direct opposition when attacked. Aikido techniques follow
this principle by teaching students to move with the attacker to redirect his movement and neutralize
the attack. The same principle can be applied to non-physical attacks at work or at home.
Aikido is different from other martial arts. For this reason, it appeals to a wide variety of people. The
movements are natural and do not require extraordinary skill or flexibility. Small people can become
good aikidoists, because the techniques never meet strength with strength. Women can participate
on equal terms with men. The aikido philosophy does not preclude religious people from practicing.
Aikido has a very low injury rate. There is no competition. Age is not a barrier to improvement. Real
skill in aikido lies in coordinating mind and body, and many people find this a worthwhile and
fascinating goal.
Benefits of regular training include increased concentration, calmness, confidence, balance,
self-awareness and coordination.
Goal
To give students an understanding of how to apply aikido techniques and philosophy to everyday
interactions; to offer basics for new students and continuing training for students who wish to
progress to more advanced levels.
Student Requirements
Youth (age 14+) and adult. No previous experience necessary. Students should wear loose fitting
long pants and T-shirt, or a martial arts uniform with a white belt.
Class Location, Schedule and Requirements
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Classes held at a location of your choice or at Your Dojo in Location.
Session dates, fees and class hours to be arranged.
The class will require tumbling mats or a wrestling mat.
We can provide suggested text for your catalog.
Class Format
Classes include some or all of the following activities:
Stretching and warm up exercises*
Rolling and falling instruction*
Aikido philosophy
Defenses for grab and strike attacks*
Breathing exercises
Demonstrations*
* Included in each class.
Techniques, rolling and falling are taught using methods approved by the Aikido Association of
America.
Insurance
If your insurance does not cover martial arts at the location you select, Your Dojo’s liability
insurance can be amended to cover this class.
Aikido
a Japanese martial art
XXXshinkan Dojo
Chief instructor: XXX XXXXX, X dan
Aikido, a non-violent martial art, uses the attacker’s force to create effective selfdefense techniques. Benefits of training include increased confidence, mind-body
coordination, and the well-being that comes from regular, productive training.
Because size and strength are not major factors, men and women train together.
Where?
123 North Main St, Yourtown, State
When?
Beginning classes: Monday and Thursday, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Important!
Visitors are always welcome. We are happy to answer your questions.
More info?
Tel: (123) 456-7890 E-mail: aikido@aikido.com Web: www.aikido.com
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Affiliated with and certified by the Aikido Association of America – www.aaa-aikido.com