Originally a Methodist chapel, the centre is located in the small village of Leeholme, just a few miles from Bishop Auckland and Spennymoor.

In addition to regular classes in Aikido the centre also offers acupuncture treatment. There is a permanently matted practice hall for Aikido and a separate treatment room for health therapies.

The dojo is affiliated to the KAA, which is one of the few associations in the UK that is officially recognised by the Aikido Headquarters in Japan. The KAA is under the technical direction of Terry Ezra, Shihan, 7th dan.

The dojo instructors are highly qualified with many years of experience teaching Aikido.

Beginners

Beginners are always very welcome, whatever age or level of fitness. All of our classes are paced according to ability and experience, and senior students are always available and willing to provide patient help and advice for new starters during all training sessions.

Some of our classes are especially for beginners and these  allow basic movements and techniques to be assimilated at a slow and steady pace.

We try our best to make the initial learning experience as pleasant, rewarding and painless as possible.

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