Training Types & Schedule
Aikido – Body Arts (Unarmed)
Saturdays @ 09:30 – 10:30
The backbone of Aikido training, Body Arts is an unarmed training that is practiced with partners and guided by an instructor. Students learn how to utilize the energy provided by an attack to throw or bind their aggressor in such a way as to limit injury. Within Aikido there is no sparring or competitions, every student is encouraged to train with as many people as possible through guest-visits, seminars and special events.
Recommended Ages 10+
Aikido – Weapons Training
Saturdays @ 10:45 – 11:30
Weapons work is an essential part of Aikido training, practiced with a Bokken (wooden sword), Jyo (wooden staff) and Tanto (wooden knife). Training is done in pairs, with some solo practices, to draw parallels between working with and without weapons.
Recommended Ages 10+
Aikido Kids Course
Saturdays @ 09:30 – 10:30
The GAC offers specific classes for children from 5 to 12 years old. Children’s classes are designed for children to work on motor skill development, mental focus, observation, self-discipline and develop an inherent respect for those around them.
Recommended Ages 5 – 10
Under 5 years old – An adult is required to accompany the child on the mat.
Iaido
On Hold
A solo practice that focuses on the art of drawing a Japanese sword (katana) and completing traditional forms. Used with a Bokken (wooden sword), Iaito (blunted metal blade) or a Katana (sharpened “live” blade) while wearing a traditional uniform.
Recommended Ages 16+
HIIT Conditioning
Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 19:15 – 19:45
Aikido training provides a unique mixture of cardio, strength, coordination and flexibility training found in few activities. Aikido HIIT Conditioning attempts to emulate the physical training in a concentrated solo-activity.
Recommended Ages 13+
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Upcoming Courses, Activities & Events
Courses
Spring 2025 Aikido Trial Training!
Days: Saturday Mornings, May 3rd & 10th
Location: Balzers Turnhalle
Activities
Sunday, May 18th : 10:00 – 14:00
American-Style Pancake Brunch Fundraiser
Events
Check the Birankai Switzerland Website for upcoming Seminars
The Birankai Switzerland National Aikido Organization oversees all of the Birankai Dojos within Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
A key component of training is attending seminars to gain exposure with other practitioners and teachers.
GAC Memberships & Passes
The GAC is a non-profit sports club that offers different types of training passes & memberships for individuals and family groups.
All participants, regardless of membership status, must agree to the GAC’s Terms & Conditions before training.
Trial Training Pass
You will never know unless you try!
Everyone who is interested is welcome to try up to 2 of the GAC training offerings.
FREE, no uniform required.
Training Passes
Training Passes are for attending a limited number of trainings sessions and are available for those who cannot support the volunteer requirement for club membership. A training uniform is required.
1 Training Session Pass
CHF 20.00
5 Training Session Pass
CHF 100.00
10 Training Session Pass
CHF 200.00
Memberships
All membership rates include all-inclusive access to all GAC trainings, have a requirement to volunteer at GAC events 2 times per year, and requires a training uniform. Note that the documents that governs the club can be found on the GAC Memberships & Passes page.
Individuals
For a single training participant
Adult (18+)
Quarterly – CHF 90.00
Annually – CHF 300.00
Youth (under 18)
Quarterly – CHF 60.00
Annually – CHF 200.00
Groups
For those with 2 or more members in the same household
Family (all ages)
Quarterly – CHF 150.00
Annually – CHF 500.00
Siblings (Youths only)
Quarterly – CHF 100.00
Annually – CHF 350.00
Special Rates
Special Pricing for Individuals
Adult – Student (18+)
Quarterly – CHF 60.00
Annually – CHF 200.00
Adult Aikidoka
Quarterly – CHF 30.00
Annually – CHF 100.00