Shudokan Black Belt Academy Aikido & Self-Defense Classes in Nottingham

My kids both attend Shudokan, both having started in the last two months and so far they are really enjoying it. Everyone at the dojo is so kind and welcoming, and models the qualities the characteristics they support the children to achieve. Having observed a couple of classes, I can see that the way in which they're taught supports students of all ages and abilities and encourages them to push themselves and be the best they can be. My eldest injured her knee and they were able to make adjustments to get them back on the mat and in classes, which has been a great boost to their confidence and helped with recovery.

In two short years the Shudokan team have made a profound difference to me and the way I now choose to view and approach life. Physically and mentally (and as an over 50 student) I’m in the best shape of my life and making sound progress in learning new skills. I highly recommend taking up Aikido and to get the best training you can from the team of instructors here at the Shudokan Black Belt Academy.

My son is really loving going and has tried harder at this than anything else ever. The difference already is more than I can put into words.

Unbelievable instruction from first-class practitioners. I was allowed to visit and participate on a brief visit in Nottingham and was struck by the humility, patience and, holy cow, conciseness of the instruction from Matt and Ken-it will literally take me a year to wrap my head around every critique and point I received during a 2-hour session. It would be impossible to articulate my personal experience with any sort of brevity, but this will be my dojo of choice when I am able to continue my training. I look forward to visiting with you again -hopefully as a full-time student. 

Sam loves coming here! He’s only been coming here a couple of months but already understands that if he tries hard he can get better. He’s got his heart set on a black belt like his auntie. Sam is easily distracted and the teaching team is very good at keeping him on track during lessons! He often asks what he can do to get his next belt and we’ve loved his “quest to be the best” reward chart; it’s proved a great motivational tool at home!

An amazing place to train with knowledgeable instructors and supportive students :)

My son comes here and absolutely loves it! Great academy with great teachers!! Not only do they learn martial arts they also learn life skills mindfulness respect of self and others. My son's confidence is growing and growing each time he comes to Aikido. Highly recommend the Shudokan academy for anyone looking to find the best for their child!! Thank you, Matt and Martin!!

After not taking much interest in sport at school my son started Aikido at age 8 and took to it like a duck to water. The instructors are great and my son still loves going 2 years on. The academy is not only great for children though. After watching my son training for a few weeks, I loved the traditional nature of the teaching which resonated with my previous experience in another traditional Japanese martial art and I decided to take to the mat myself. No doubt my youngest will join us on the mat in the very near future! Great academy with great instructors which I can fully recommend.  

A dedicated and friendly team who run a very professional, safe and fun school. A fantastic place to learn and challenge yourself. Very highly recommended!