Houston Aikikai currently meets inside Rig Dog Athletics on 400 sq. ft. of roll-out Fuji Mats (~22 tatami). The space is an unairconditioned steel building with two large roll up doors and fans.  We usually arrive 30 minutes prior to class to set up and dress out. 

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Who may practice:

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USAF yudansha - present yudansha book, no mat fee

USAF yukyusha - present USAF yukyusha card, no mat fee

Aikikai yudansha - present yudansha book

Aikikai yukyusha - case by case basis

New to Aikido students - may watch or practice

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Once given approval to practice you must sign two liability waivers, one for Houston Aikikai and one for Rig Dog Athletics.

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- Bring bottled water

- Bring zori (sandals) for movement between the gym area to the mat