British Aikido Board

The National Governing Body for Aikido in the United Kingdom.
Aikido is a martial art founded by Morihei Ueshiba, that focuses on harmonising with your opponent, it can be practiced as a sport, self defence and an art using hand to hand and japanese weapons.

Welcome to the British Aikido Board

The British Aikido Board seeks to:-

  • Represent the majority of bona fide organisations practicing aikido in the United Kingdom.
  • Support, encourage and promote the highest standards of aikido within an environment of mutual respect for offering styles practiced.
  • Raise awareness of the value of aikido not only as a contributor towards healthy living, but also in the development of adults, young people and children, without regard to race, gender or creed.

The British Aikido Board operates primarily through its member Associations. There are 34 currently Full Member Associations with 19 Associate and Probationary Member Associations of regional and national status, who each retain their independence, both technically and financially, with a combined membership of some 5,000 , which includes 805 instructors holding current Coaching Awards.

The Board is recognised by Sport England , as the only governing body for aikido in the United Kingdom and is a member of the Sport and Recreation Alliance.

 

The Board seeks to further the advancement of all styles of aikido and to establish and monitor standards of safety and behaviour for practitioners of aikido.

The Board advises member Associations on all relevant UK and European legislation and procedures and develops appropriate policies and codes of practice.

Other services provided include:-
•  Insurance cover, for members, instructors and Associations.
•  Promotion of a Nationally recognised Coaching Scheme in conjunction with UK Coaching / Sport England.
•  Organising a National Courses.
•  Supporting initiatives to encourage the teaching of Aikido in schools.
•  Publishing Newsletters and specialist information bulletins eg. Safeguarding and Coaching.

The Board has completed a number of initiatives, arising from the work of their major Governance Audit and through the adoption of a wide range of recommendations, contained in their Aikido Development Plan will support their key objective of encouraging all Aikido groups to join together under this “Aikido umbrella”.

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Coach Level 1The Instructor has completed the BAB Club Coach course, This is the minimum coaching level accepted by the BAB, But to coach children the extra Young Persons module is recommended.

Coach Level 2The Instructor has completed the BAB Association Coach course. This is the expected level required to run courses with Associations, But to coach children the extra Young Persons module is still required.

Coach Level 3The Instructor has completed the BAB National Level Coach course. This is currently the highest qualification available within the BAB, But to coach children the extra Young Persons module is still required.

BAB Coach TutorThe Instructor has completed the BAB Coach Tutor course and can run Cl1 coaching courses.

Young People CoachThe Instructor has completed the BAB Young People Coach course or the Sports Coach UK equivalent course.


Adults / SeniorsThe class will normally only have members who are over 18 years old.


Family / Mixed ClassesThe class will normally allow members who are under 18 years old to train with the adults, contact the club for more details.


Children / Junior ClassesJunior classes are restricted by the age shown on the label.


ClubmarkThe Club has received Clubmark Approval from the local council.


Aikdo WeaponsAikido weapons are taught by this club.


Has Valid Venue InsuranceHas a valid venue insurance from the British Aikido Board.


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South and West Wales Club List
Abertillery
Institute of Aikido
Abertillery Aikido Dojo
Wyndham Vowles Community Centre, Crown Street, Abertillery
NP13 1PJ
Google Map		 : Nigel Jones
: 07840 739525
: aberaikido@btinternet.com
: http://www.aberaikido.org.uk/
Coach Level 1This club teachs aikido weaponsWednesday ClassAdults / Senior Class
Aberystwyth
United Kingdom Takemusu Aikido Federation
LLanafan Aikido
LLanafan Aikido Church hall
SY23 4BA
Google Map		 : Phil Croskin
: 01974 261738
: philcroskin@fastmail.fm
: https://llanafanaikido.wordpress.com/
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Coach Level 1This club teachs aikido weaponsWednesday ClassAdults / Senior Class
Brigdend
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Pen-y-Bont Aikido
Bridgend Judokwai Dojo, Cefn Coed Lane,Cefn Glas
CF31 4PG
Google Map		 : Bryn Powis
: 07983680907
: penybontaikido@gmail.com
: https://www.penybontaikido.co.uk/
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Coach Level 1Young PeopleThis club teachs aikido weaponsTuesday ClassThursday ClassSaturday ClassMixed ClassJuniors 6 and older
Caerphilly
Fudoshin Aikido
Bedwas Aikido Club
Ysgol Cymraeg Caerffili, Pontygwindy Road,
CF83 3HG
Google Map		 : Rhodri Powell
: 07817874670
: rhodri.gp.powell@gmail.com
: http://bedwasaikidoclub.weebly.com/home.html
Coach Level 1Friday ClassAdults / Senior ClassJunior Aikido
Cardiff
Fudoshin Aikido
Cardiff University Aikido Club
Talybont Sports Centre
CF14 3UX
Google Map		 : David Dimmick
: 02920 317033
: davedimmick@ntlworld.com
: https://www.cardiffuniaikido.com
Coach Level 1Wednesday ClassSaturday ClassAdults / Senior Class
Cardiff
Fudoshin Aikido
Fudoshin Aikido Cardiff
Chapter Arts Centre, Market Road, Canton
CF5 1QE
Google Map		 : Daniele Procida
: 02920311904
: enquiries@aikidocardiff.com
: http://aikidocardiff.com
Coach Level 1This club teachs aikido weaponsMonday ClassAdults / Senior Class
Cardiff
Welsh Aikido Society
The Welsh Aikido Society
22nd Cardiff Scout Group, 1-3 Cottrell Rd, Roath
CF24 3EY
Google Map		 : John Nicholas
: .
: Julian@thewelshaikidosociety.co.uk
: http://www.thewelshaikidosociety.co.uk
Coach Level 1Thursday Class
Carmarthenshire
Aikido Development Society
Hayabusa Aikido Club
Llanwrda Public Hall, Llanwrda
SA19 8HD
Google Map		No contact details available
: None
Carmel
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Harmony Aikido Club
Carmel Hall
SA14 7TL
Google Map		No contact details available
: http://www.harmonydefence.co.uk
This club teachs aikido weapons
Gilfach Bargoed
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Bargoed Aikido Club
YMCA Aeron Place
CF81 8JA
Google Map		No contact details available
: None
Llanddewi Velfrey
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Harmony Aikido Club
Llanddewi Velfrey Village Hall
SA67 7PA
Google Map		No contact details available
: http://www.harmonydefence.co.uk
This club teachs aikido weapons
Pembroke
Seijitsu Aikido Ryu
Aikido Aikikai Pembroke
Pembroke leisure centre, Bush Hill
SA71 4RJ
Google Map		No contact details available
: None
:    
Pembry
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Burry Port Aikido Club (Shin Gi Tai Hombu)
Pembry Hall, Mountain Rd
SA16 0DH
Google Map		No contact details available
: None
This club teachs aikido weapons
PontyPridd
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Cilfynydd Aikido Club
St Mary`s Church Hall,Graig-yr-Helfa Rd
CF37 4AR
Google Map		No contact details available
: None
Rhondda
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Treorchy Aiki Ryu
Abergorci Hall, 16-18 Bute Street, Treorchy
CF42 6DB
Google Map		No contact details available
: http://www.trorchyaikiryu.co.uk
Rhondda-Cynon-Taff
British Ki Society
Rhondda Treorchy Ki Society
Abergorki Hall, 16-18 Bute St, Treorchy
CF42 6DB
Google Map		No contact details available
: https://www.ki-aikido.org.uk/rhondda
Risca
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Ty Sign Aikido
5th Risca Scouts Hut,off Wyndham Ter.
NP11 6QQ
Google Map		No contact details available
: None
Strad
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Ferndale Aikido Club
Ferndale Arts Factory, Trerhondda Chapel
CF43 4LY
Google Map		No contact details available
: None
Sully
Fudoshin Aikido
Ffenics Aikido Club
Beechwood College Lane, Hayes Road
CF64 5SE
Google Map		No contact details available
: http://www.ffenicsaikido.co.uk
Swansea
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Swansea and District Aikido Club
Dyfatty Community Centre,Chapel St
SA1 1NB
Google Map		No contact details available
: http://www.taiki.co.uk
This club teachs aikido weapons
Tonypandy
Welsh Aikido Society
Tonypandy Aikido Club
The Alec Jones Scout & Community Hall, Brynamlwg, Tonypandy (next to King Georges Park)
cf40 1bt
Google Map		No contact details available
: http://www.thewelshaikidosociety.co.uk
Tonypandy
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Tonypandy Aikido Club
Clydach Vale Boys/Girls Club,73 Clydach Rd,
CF40 2BD
Google Map		No contact details available
: http://bukonkai.com
Trimsaran
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Harmony Aikido Club
Trimsaran Leisure Centre
SA17 4AA
Google Map		No contact details available
: http://www.harmonydefence.co.uk
This club teachs aikido weapons
Ynsywen
Shin Gi Tai Aikido Society
Aikido Academy
Ynsywen Welfare Hall
CF42 6EB
Google Map		No contact details available
: None

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