How often should I go to class?

A reasonable attendance goal is 2 to 3 times per week, but the best answer depends entirely on you and your goals!

Starting Strong: Setting Your Commitment

When you're new, it's wise to be honest about the commitment you can genuinely make.

Initial Consistency is Key: Think about how much time you honestly want to dedicate. It's often better to go consistently 2 times a week than to try for 5 times and burn out.
Your Commitment Can Evolve: Your initial decision is just a starting point. As you train longer, your interest and commitment may deepen.
Support is Here: Don't worry about knowing everything right away. Your instructors and peers are there to guide you as you adjust to the new routine and dojo environment.

Aikido is a practice for life, and your journey is personal, not a race.

Show Up and Practice: True progress often comes from simply being consistent. Don't let rigid expectations of what you "should" learn get in the way of your actual learning and enjoyment.
Your Life is Connected: Your learning isn't linear. Your life outside the dojo—including stress, challenges, and your state of mind—will affect your practice, and vice versa.
Value Your Journey: Recognize that your training is a personal process. Your instructor's job is to create a safe space for your growth to happen at its own pace.

Ready to set your initial attendance goal, or do you have another question about starting Aikido?