Class Booking Guide
FAQ + Tips to ensure a great training experience
How to Sign Up for Classes
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Classes are available to local ASC students as well as to visiting students from other Aikido dojos.
Online Misogi Classes are available to everyone globally.
Current Dojo Members
Browse the class schedule and “Sign Up” for any class.
Tip: You will likely be asked to sign in to your MindBody account. If you have trouble logging in, try resetting your password using your email address.
Confirm your class booking and you’re all set!
New + Returning Students
Register for an Account using MindBody.
Tip: If you already have a MindBody elsewhere, you can use the same email and password when registering to link your existing account.
Login to your MindBody account online and purchase a new Adult Monthly Membership from our Online Store.
Tip: Select Adult Monthly Membership from the drop-down list. Click “I Agree” and then Make Purchase. Then click Checkout.
After you receive a confirmation email, browse the class schedule and “Sign Up” for any class.
Tip: If you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact the dojo office for assistance.
Confirm your class booking and you’re all set!
Dojo Memberships
We encourage you to become a Dojo Member and enjoy unlimited monthly training and classes.
Monthly Membership Options
Adult Monthly Membership (unlimited) - $115
New students please follow the signup instructions on our Intro to Aikido page in order to purchase the discounted Introductory Membership.
Principles & Practice Membership (these classes only) - $60
Teen Monthly Membership (unlimited) - $90
Youth Monthly Membership (ages 6-12) - $90
1-Month Adult, 1-Month Principles and Practice Aikido, and Single Class passes are available for those that have at least some Aikido experience. There are no prerequisites for children attending classes. Please register an account with us before purchasing a pass or membership.
Note: These passes are intended for short term or visiting Aikido students. Regular students are encouraged to purchase a recurring membership.
Single Class: $20
1-Month Adult Class Pass: $120
1-Month Teen/Youth Class Pass: $90
1-Month Principles & Practice Pass: $60
Discounts and Flexible Pricing
We offer standard student and family discounts, as well as special pricing for those who are simultaneously a paying member of another Dojo. Please contact the dojo office for more information.
Family Discounts
Adult Membership
1st Family Member: $115
2nd Family Member: $95
3rd Family Member: $75
Teen Membership (ages 13-18)
1st Family Member: $90
2nd Family Member: $75
3rd Family Member: $55
Youth Membership (ages 6-12)
1st Family Member: $90
2nd Family Member: $75
3rd Family Member: $55
Other Discounts
Student Discount
Adult Monthly Membership: $90
Co-Dojo Membership
Adult Monthly Membership: $90
We also currently offer a sliding scale option for all Memberships based on financial need.
Class FAQ
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Can I join classes at any time? What if I am visiting from another dojo?
Yes, you may join classes at any time. If you are an adult and new to the practice of Aikido, you may consider attending our Introductory Classes to begin.
If you have some previous Aikido experience, would like to join either the regular Adult classes or the Principles and Practice Aikido classes, or are visiting from another dojo, you are free to register with us on MindBody, purchase a Membership or Class Pass, and enroll in classes. We do ask that you contact the dojo either prior to or soon after enrollment so we know to expect you.
If you are enrolling a child, they may begin at any time after they have been registered with the dojo and have a membership or class pass purchased for them. Please contact the dojo to complete their enrollment.
Do I need to sign up for a MindBody account to join a class?
Yes, we use MindBody to manage our classes, so you’ll need to sign up for a MindBody account with the dojo to join.
What types of classes are you currently offering?
We are currently offering Indoor Classes—including General and Introductory Adult Classes, a Friday Weapons Class, a low impact (falling optional) Principles and Practice Class—for our local community and Dojo members as well as visiting students from other Aikido dojos. Follow the directions to sign up and book your spot in a class.
Online classes are also offered and you can sign up here.
Do you offer classes for kids?
Yes, we have a wonderful Youth Class program for children (ages 6-9, and 9-12) and Teenagers (ages 13-18). Teens are also welcome to train in adult classes.
Note: You can register for a Youth or Teen membership online, but please contact us to reserve your child’s classes.
I had a membership that expired, can I rejoin?
Absolutely! We would love to welcome you back to the Dojo.
If you had a MindBody account previously, simply sign in using your email address and purchase a membership to restart your training with us.
If you’ve never used MindBody, you can create an account and select from the Membership options.
Are classes offered online?
Yes! Our online classes are available to everyone globally. Learn more and register for our online classes
Can I use the MindBody App?
Yes, once you have a MindBody account you can log in using the MindBody App on your mobile device to easily sign up for classes and manage your class schedule on the go.
Can I use the MindBody App to pay for classes and memberships? What about recurring payments?
Yes, once you have a MindBody studio account with Aikido of Santa Cruz and have linked your MindBody App account with your ASC studio account you can purchase 1-month class passes and single day passes on the MindBody App using the credit card saved in your MindBody App wallet.
To purchase a recurring membership at Aikido of Santa Cruz you must purchase these through the ASC Online Portal, which is hosted by MindBody. You will need to add a new credit card separately via the online portal (under the My Info tab); the online store does not sync with your MindBody App wallet and cannot access the card on file there.
To update a credit card with the dojo you must also do this through the online portal directly. Any changes to the credit card on the MindBody App will not be reflected in the Aikido of Santa Cruz system (see more here).
What if I only want to join a single class?
If you are an adult with at least some Aikido experience, you can purchase a Single Class pass and sign up for single classes using either the MindBody App or the Online Store. It is necessary to register on MindBody with Aikido of Santa Cruz before purchasing a pass and attending a class.
Note: We encourage frequent and sustained training, as this is how you’ll gain the most for your Aikido practice. Single Class and 1-Month Adult Class Passes are intended for visiting Aikido students. We encourage regular students to purchase a membership.
If you are enrolling a child you may also register them on MindBody with Aikido of Santa Cruz and purchase either a Single Class or 1-Month Teen/Youth Class Pass. There are no prerequisites for children attending classes.
What should I wear?
Please wear your gi (keiko gi / training uniform) or comfortable workout clothes (either is totally fine)
Note: If wearing a gi, a Hakama is optional for black belts.
Still need assistance?
We’re happy to help and get you signed up successfully to join our classes.
Please contact us at info@aikidosantacruz.org or (831) 423-8326.
To log into your Mindbody account to update personal information or payment options, follow this link:
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/mainclass?studioid=548143
and enter your email and password. If you’ve forgotten your password, contact us and we can set up a temporary one for you.
Online Classes
Experience online Aikido classes from wherever you are around the globe. These classes provide an opportunity to energize your Aikido practice with Misogi purification practices, inspiration, and information about O-Sensei and the spiritual side of Aikido, while connecting with a global community.
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