Free Intro TO Verbal Aikido Session every month
Regular Dojo (weekly practice)
The Regular Dojo meets every Monday from mid‑September to the end of June. This is the full Verbal Aikido practice experience: centering, stretching, sparring, and guided exploration of real-life situations. Check out your time zone for dojo times.
Weekly Schedule (English):
Pacific (Los Angeles/Seattle) 7:15am to 9am
Mountain (Phoenix/Denver) 8:15am to 10am
Central (Houston/Chicago) 9:15am to 11am
Eastern (New York/Miami) 10:15am to 12 noon
GMT (London/Lisbon) 3:15pm to 5pm
CET (Paris/Madrid) 4:15pm to 6pm
EET (Athens/Cairo) 5:15pm to 7pm
Holiday Rhythm: The dojo follows the school calendar but remains open during holidays. Most holiday sessions are led by a VA Black Belt, ensuring continuity of practice all year long.
Who it’s for:
Beginners and experienced practitioners
People wanting deep, embodied practice
Anyone seeking weekly support and growth
Full list of dates for 2025-26
◦ Sept. 22, 29
◦ Oct. 06, 13, 20
◦ Nov. 03, 10, 17, 24
◦ Dec. 01, 08, 15
◦ Jan. 05, 11, 19, 26
◦ Feb. 02, 09, 16
◦ Mar 02, 09, 16, 23, 30
◦ Apr. 06, 13, 27
◦ May 04, 11, 18, 25
◦ Jun 01, 08, 15, 22
Express Dojo (every second Thursday)
A focused, 1‑hour dojo designed for people with limited time or more constrained schedules. Shorter, accessible, and easy to integrate into your week. Check out your time zone for dojo times.
Weekly Schedule (English):
Pacific (Los Angeles/Seattle) 10am
Mountain (Phoenix/Denver) 11am
Central (Houston/Chicago) 12 noon
Eastern (New York/Miami) 1pm
GMT (London/Lisbon) 6pm
CET (Paris/Madrid) 7pm
EET (Athens/Cairo) 8pm
The Express Dojo continues every second Thursday throughout the year except if it falls on Christmas Eve/Day or New Year's Eve/Day.
Who it’s for:
Busy professionals
People wanting a lighter rhythm
Anyone wanting a practical, efficient practice space
Full list of dates for 2026
◦ Jan 15, 29
◦ Feb 12, 26
◦ Mar 12, 26
◦ Apr 09, 23
◦ May 07, 21
◦ Jun 04, 18
◦ Jul 02, 16, 30
◦ Aug 13, 27
◦ Sept 10, 24
◦ Oct 08, 22
◦ Nov 05, 19
◦ Dec 03, 17
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience?
Not at all. Beginners are welcome. To make your first session smoother, we recommend attending a Free Intro Session and/or reading Verbal Aikido for Beginners before joining the dojo.
Do I need to attend every week?
No. Come when you can — each session stands on its own.
Can I switch between Regular and Express?
Yes — Premium members can attend any session. Regular and Express members can upgrade anytime.
Are sessions recorded?
No — never. The dojo is a confidential practice space, and protecting everyone’s privacy is essential to the method. For this reason, sessions are not recorded under any circumstances.
What if I join mid‑year?
You’re welcome anytime. The dojo is ongoing and always accessible to newcomers.