Chippenham Aikido Club
Traditional Aikido in a friendly, welcoming environment
Why Train With Us?
Come and join the team, and learn a calm, effective martial art that builds confidence, coordination, and awareness - at your own pace. Aikido is a great way to keep fit, have fun, and learn practical self-defence, all without competition or ego.
Traditional Aikido taught in a safe, supportive environment
Improve your fitness, balance, coordination, and confidence
Non-competitive training - cooperative, respectful, and inclusive
Learn at your own pace, whether you’re new to martial arts or more experienced
Classes are friendly, supportive, and suitable for all abilities. We welcome adults aged 16+, with no previous martial arts experience required.
Your first week of training is free - so why not come along and try a session?
Experienced, qualified instructors
Our instructors range from 3rd to 5th Dan black belts, each with decades of teaching and training experience.
All our instructors are:
Nationally qualified coaches through the British Aikido Board (BAB)
Fully insured and DBS checked
Committed to clear, patient, and supportive teaching
You’ll be guided by instructors who value both technical skill and, above all, a welcoming dojo atmosphere.
Where and When?
Chippenham Olympiad Leisure Centre
Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:30–9:00pm
Testimonials
- Steve
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Richard is an excellent teacher, being very patient with the students and is always happy to share his knowledge. I originally came to the club as had wanted to learn a martial art for many years, but for many reasons never got round to it, but as I'm getting on a bit, one that was more defensive and not overly competitive. I'm glad I did join 2 years ago as it has met my expectations and more - people and nice and friendly, we have a bit of a laugh, keeps me fit whilst at the same time I'm learning a new skill. It has built my confidence back up, enabled me to socialise more and to become stronger overall. Classes are relaxed but there is always a willingness to learn and Richard goes out of his way to help and that pervades the whole club who are all willing to share what they know. For me I was a bit apprehensive when I first started as it seemed I was useless and was concerned I was going t damage myself, but you quickly get over that and after a while it becomes more like second nature.
- Suzie
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Initially, I didn't put much emphasis on grading or levels, but Richard was kindly and gently encouraging to test my skills and it is now a huge boost to my confidence.
I most enjoy training with all levels and abilities, and at the same time being in an inclusive and friendly environment.
I was attracted to aikido as a young girl as it's a gentle form of movement where you learn whole body awareness through contact and energy transfer. It's non-combative and mindful. The purpose is not to fight or destroy but to find harmony.
As a young girl, I struggled with scoliosis and the aikido movements helped and aligned my spine entirely. The calm breathing exercises help me stay grounded and centred.
Win-win :)"
- Riccardo
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Since I practice, l'm fitter and I release stress. The atmosphere is very friendly and extremely inclusive, absolutely for everyone. The instructors and very, very patient and consistent in their teaching.
Aikido is a nice way to build strength, resistance, improve balance and movements, and get confidence. You can come and watch before trying, and anyway each level has the appropriate level of complexity, and what now looks beyond your reach will be perfectly normal in a few months.
Come to have a look, we all started from zero, we know how you might feel as a beginner.
I started just to try it out, l enjoy it now beyond all my expectations."
