Enroll to start your practice
Adults and Teens:
Please register as a Regular Member if you are an adult 18+, or as a Teen Member if aged 13-17. The core aikido body arts classes are concentrated on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. We recommend beginning students attend at least two of the three core classes on a weekly basis. Bokken and jo class is held on Saturday. View the full class schedule here. Note, Regular and Teen Members are also granted access to our Dojo Online portal of learning resources and invited to our dojo’s Discord server space.
Adults 18+ may attend unlimited adult classes as a Regular Member. One-time registration fee is $50. Monthly fee is $134:
Teens aged 13-17 may attend adult aikido classes and/or children’s classes. One-time registration fee is $50. Monthly fee is $82:
Returning and transfer students:
If you are a returning dojo member or student transferring from another dojo, we look forward to welcoming you. If you wish, you may book a phone appointment with the instructor, Van Amburgh Sensei.
Children:
Our Children’s Aikido Program is geared to kids age 7-12. Monthly fee is $68. Before signing up, please read the registration instructions on the Children’s Program page.
Prospective Iaido students:
Our Iaido program is limited to a small number of students - for everyone’s safety. For this reason we have an application process. If you are interested in learning more about iaido practice please read our iaido program page, fill out the application form, and book a dojo visit.
Community Membership:
Even if you don’t train regularly, we welcome you to join our community of practice as a dojo “Community Member.” Monthly fee is $30. Here are a few reasons people connect with our dojo as a Community Member:
Support the dojo: Your monthly payment serves as ongoing support of the dojo's mission.
Stay connected to the dojo: Members who need to take a break from training remain involved and a part of the dojo community.
Access our Dojo Online portal, connect with your dojo friends on the dojo’s Discord, and receive dojo communications.
Community Members are welcome to attend one Saturday class per month.
A special series of video lessons are offered to Community Members.
Attend community social functions and volunteer on dojo projects.
Please Note:
When you register mid-month your first month’s payment is pro-rated. Click the “Sign Up“ button to see the exact charges.
All monthly membership accounts are placed on auto-pay for your convenience and ours.
Class offerings and class schedule may change to meet shifting conditions.
Please read our Member Resources page for access to the dojo store, Code of Conduct and Health Protocols.
DETAILS ABOUT MEMBERSHIP DUES
Registration Fee:
New members pay a registration fee along with their first month's dues payment. The fee is $50 for adults and teens; $25 for children aged 12 and under.
MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP RATES:
Children (Ages 7-12), two classes per week, $68/ month
Teens (Ages 13-17), unlimited Aikido classes, $82/ month
Adult Regular Membership, unlimited Aikido classes (and eligible to apply for Iaido), $134/ month
Iaido only training (without aikido), one class per week, $78/ month
Iaido, unlimited training as a Regular Member, $134/month
Community Membership (for a non-training dojo member), $30/ month
Enroll for any of these options via our “ZenPlanner” sign up page.
Note: All membership accounts go on auto pay by default. If you ever need to change your payment method or have any questions about managing your membership just reach out to us. We are here to help. Detailed Dues Policies are given further down this page.
Birankai Annual Fee:
Students training in the adult aikido program (adult or teen), who have been a dojo member for at least 6 months, or who have tested for rank, must register with our dojo's parent organization, Birankai North America. The dojo will forward these fees on to Birankai.
The Birankai annual fee is $75 for most students and is payable annually. The dojo Membership Coordinator will send notice and instructions to all members ahead of the due date. This fee is waived for children.
MEMBERSHIP POLICIES
While many martial arts schools require their members to sign contracts obligating them to pay membership dues for a specific period of time, Multnomah Aikikai does not. Membership, therefore, is considered to be on a month-to-month basis. However, for the dojo, like any business, to effectively budget expenses, we require members keep us apprised of any potential changes in their membership, as a courtesy to the dojo. Towards this end, we have implemented the following policy:
Monthly Dues:
The purpose of monthly membership dues has always been, and continues to be, to support the existence of the dojo as a place to train in Aikido. Senior members lead classes on a volunteer basis. Dues are not payment for lessons or classes on an hourly, daily or weekly basis.
Monthly membership dues apply to a single calendar month. The dues for each month are paid on the first day of the month. There is an option for established members to pay on a quarterly basis. Dues payments are not refundable.
Members pay their dues through our online system (Zen Planner). As part of new member registration, a student selects a credit card or bank account to use for monthly automatic payments to be drawn on the first of the month. If registering mid-month, dues for the rest of that month are pro-rated.
Students who anticipate having difficulty paying monthly dues should communicate with the dojo treasurer and online administrator about making an arrangement at least 5 DAYS PRIOR TO THE 1st. Communicate through the dojo email address. We will make every effort to prevent any interruption in your training.
In case of disruption of payment schedule, without prior communication, a late payment fee or re-join fee will be assessed.
If you would like to change your membership category, contact the online administrator at least 10 days prior to the first of the month through the dojo email address. We thank you for your understanding and financial support of the dojo.
For established members EXPERIENCING financial strain:
Our dojo is not run for profit. Monthly dues simply support the continued existence of the dojo as a place to train, including monthly rent and maintenance costs.
When a member comes under financial strain and is unable to support the dojo at the regular rate, we strive to find a pathway where they can continue their training uninterrupted. The following options are available and serve as a starting point for creating a path to continue training:
Family Discount: Two or more members from the same household (eg. couples, parent/child, siblings) may receive a 20% discount on their total monthly membership fees. Regular adult, teen, and children memberships eligible.
Hardship Rates / Work Study: For individuals who are dedicated to training but for whom the regular monthly fees are a barrier. This is often paired with work study tasks, by arrangement with our instructors.
Community Membership option: Stay connected, as part of our dojo community, even when you are not actively training.
Please contact the dojo to discuss options for maintaining your practice even through financially tough times.
Mat Fee - For Visiting Students:
Mat Fee, suggested contribution: $25 per day. Members of Aikido dojos across the globe are welcome to train with us regardless of affiliation. When planning a visit, it is traditional to bring a letter of introduction from your home instructor and offer a mat fee each day when visiting a dojo. If you will be able to join class for more than just a few days, please let us know!
Looking to register for a Seminar or Special Event?
Please check for registration instructions on the specific event details page. Check our list of upcoming events.