Welcome to Shudokan Black Belt Academy

WINNER of 'Best Martial Art School' 

in the UK

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We here at Shudokan Black Belt Academy, are an International Recognised Award Winning School and the premier academy of self defence and Aikido in Nottingham.  Our staff is comprised of professionally trained instructors, that will instill Honesty, Integrity,  Dedication, Confidence and Humility , whether you are 4 years of age or  50+ years of age.  We believe that it is never to late to start living like a Martial Artist.
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What Are We?

Aikido is a Japanese martial art based on the way of the Samurai. In feudal Japan the purpose of Martial arts was clear and obvious. It was a fighting system taught exclusively to warrior families, to provide them with the means to kill more of the enemy on the battle field before they themselves lost their lives. It was common for these warriors to prefer an honourable death in battle rather than to die peacefully in their sleep. 

Thankfully things have moved on since then. We no longer go to battle, we are not expected or duty bound to kill other people any more. So that being the case, what is the purpose of Martial Arts today? Why practice Aikido? 

You ask 10 different teachers this question and it is likely that you will get 10 different answers. All I can speak for is what I believe, and how that belief has shaped the direction of this school. 

Although we no longer engage in feudal conflict, as adults nearly all of us fight a different kind of battle every single day. The consequences of losing this battle can potentially be life destroying. This is the Battle against Fear, Doubt, and Negativity. These things are around us everywhere, and constantly attack us on a conscious or subconscious level. So like the Samurai warriors of old, we too must use our Martial Art to prepare us for this modern day battle. 

The aim of this school therefore, is to provide our students, adults and children alike, with the tools to live their lives in a more positive and productive way and to have a positive influence on the lives of others. It is important that we can believe in ourselves, to feel good about who we are. To be confident in our abilities, and aware of our limitations. We put a strong emphasis on honesty, integrity and honour. In Aikido specifically it is essential we understand the importance of consideration, and putting the needs of others before our own.

Sensei Ken Robson

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