Japanese style dojo | fixed mats | friendly atmosphere | est. 1989

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A good start

Each martial art has its own unique history, ideas and principles. They all have a particular focus or specialty in which they excel. There is plenty of choice, while there are sometimes major differences between schools and teachers. Read here what you can expect from us and what not. See if we match and can meet each other’s expectations:

Dojo The Hague is a place where Aikido and Kenjutsu are practiced. It is not a fight club but a school of Budo. A place where we practice with each other, not against each other. Adults classes are mostly given in English while classes for children are both in Dutch and English. The atmosphere is friendly and accessible. Our teachers are kind, down-to-earth and pleasant to work with. Quality over quantity, a safe environment, good partners and assistants are just as important. Everyone counts, together we make our Dojo the cool place it is today. There is always room for positive people so,

just contact us for a new adventure.

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AIKIDO  |  KENJUTSU  |  KATORI SHINTORYU

aikido

AIKIDO

Warriors of peace

Aikido is a popular Japanese Martial Art. The mixture of mind and body training, weapons and spirituality all in one, is what practitioners appreciate so much about Aikido …

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AIKIDO YOUTH 

Parents may have great plans but kids just wanna have fun, lol 😂. We have developed various games in which children learn to focus, be active and work together at the same time. Through Aikido they develop a sense of respect and responsibility for one another …

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kenjutsu

KENJUTSU

For our own Aikido and Katori students, who are interested in sword practice based on our own expertise and experiences as lifelong practitioners of Budo. Cool out-of-the-box stuff without following a specific style or school …

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KATORI SHINTO RYU 

The Samurai way

The roots of this swordsmanship date back to the 15th century, when Japan was still divided by warring states. The Way of the Samurai offers a deeper insight into the origins and development of Japanese culture and martial tradition. Directly or indirectly, sword is the basis of almost all Japanese martial arts. (terms and conditions apply)

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COSTS

all in 1 price |   monthly payments  |  cancel easily  |  fixed tatami  |  no public gym | 1  location  |  since 1989

INSCRIPTION  |  DEPOSIT  |  CANCEL  |  BUY A SUIT

ℹ️ Trail lesson

Starters may book 1 free trial lesson per activity.

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ℹ️ Registration form

 en English Registration form – nl Dutch

Download here

OPTION 1: Print the form, fill it out, sign it, take it with you to the next lesson.

OPTION 2: Print the form, complete it, sign it, scan it into PDF format and send it to info@dojothehague.nl .

ℹ️ deposit money

By money transfer

NL60 INGB 000 7541 563 | Stichting Seishin-seii

*Help us keep money transfers clear:

  • DEPOSIT SEPERATELY – please deposit your subscription fee, monthly fees or merchandise preferably separately. It keeps our administration clear.
  • DEPOSIT IN ADVANCE – deposit your monthly fees always in advance, before the 1st day of each month.
  • MENTION NAME – mention only your name in the description box. In case of merchandise mention your name + the item (suit, weapon). Keep it simpel please.
  • NO DIRECT DEBET – it is not possible to deposit by automatic collection. Please set up your own periodical money transfer via your own bank. *Don’t forget to stop the periodical money transfer when you unsubscribe.

ℹ️ how to cancel

  • Cancellation is easy with a notice period of one full month.
  • Please only use our email info@dojothehague.nl or the contact form on this website. You will immediately receive confirmation of receipt via the contact form.
  • Please note, the date of receipt is decisive. You will receive a confirmation of receipt within 5 working days. Please contact us immediately if our confirmation is not forthcoming.
  • Verbal cancellation, absence or reporting an injury does not count as a valid cancellation.
  • Also do not use SMS or WhatsApp.
  • Example: cancellation on February 28 = cancellation on March 31. Please note: cancellation on February 1 = cancellation on March 31.

ℹ️ Buy a suit

For beginners it’s fine not to buy an outfit right away. It’s okay to wait until you’re sure you want to continue. However, after about 2 to 3 months we would like you to start wearing a proper suit. Buying weapons is not strictly necessary. We have plenty of weapons for loan at the Dojo. Your own weapons may be left behind in the Dojo.

We kindly request that you order your suit through us at the dojo.

Our supplier is Aiki-Budo Sport. Feel free to take a look at their website but order directly from us. We charge the same prices, select the right products and probably already have a suit of the right size in stock in the Dojo. Products that are not in order can easily be exchanged at the Dojo. Ordering directly from our dojo ensures uniformity and saves you time, hassle and extra expenses.

Our suit for lengths 150cm – 200cm Natsu

Our suit for lengths 110cm – 140cm Club

Our suit for lengths 080cm – 100cm Aspirant

 

*For people on a tight budget, please read the topic below ‘Suit refund’

Also feel free to contact us for assistance.

ℹ️ suit refund

*Possible options for low-income families:

Is your child 4 years or older but not yet 18? Does your child have an Ooievaarspas reduction card?

Then we may have a tip: you may be able to submit an application to ‘Stichting Leergeld Den Haag’ for study materials such as a musical instrument or sports equipment such as a judo suit. Please note that these arrangements are separate from our Dojo and are entirely independent of our foundation.

Link Leergeld nl
Link Ooievaarspas en

Feel free to Contact us for any help.

💳 subscription fee

We charge a one-time subscription fee of €15.

💳 standard fee

Our standard rate is €25 for Youth and €40 for Adults.

Perhaps some advantages to consider: You practice in a private and beautiful Dojo with fixed mats. So no dragging with heavy judo mats before and after class. You can also leave your gear in the Dojo. Our schedule offers sufficient training hours and students can practice outside the regular schedule in consultation. Stay if you like to chit-chat with some tea or coffee. The lessons are at one location near the center of The Hague.

We use monthly fees, so no long-term deals, but if you prefer to transfer more months then you can do that. Cancellation is easy and we do not charge any unexpected costs. We are a non-profit organization and we are not out for your money (or soul) trying to sell you a product.

Other than that, you should find a good place, group and teacher for yourself. Preferably a nice mix of quality and feel-good too, but we can advise you not to go just for the first Dojo around the corner. Feel-good alone eventually ends at some point and then you will have wasted precious time. Therefore, always look for real knowledge and experience first and then hope for a good click with the rest. Good luck in your search.

💳 1 month trail

Start easily with our ‘1 month trial’ promotion.

Pay 25% less. For €30 you can take *all classes for 4 weeks without registration. So you don’t have to cancel anything. After the trial period, you can decide for yourself whether or not to register.

*Katori Shintoryu not included. Kenjutsu is fine.

💳 Students

Students pay €25 per month. This doesn’t include the subscription fee of €15. They may join all activities according to schedule.

*Students annually must demonstrate that they are still studying

💳 low income/Ooievaarspas

Do you have a low income? Apply for the Ooievaarspas (reduction card) from the municipality of The Hague. The Ooievaarspas gives you and your family a discount on all kinds of fun activities like sports, excursions, memberships and courses.

Official link hier

Rules as of 2022:

  • All reimbursements are made by the municipality of The Hague and please realize that all terms and conditions are subject to change.
  • At our request, bring your valid pass to the Dojo (usually every 3 months). When the card offers 50% off, then you have to depostit half of our standard rate to our bank account every month: example: 50% discount Youth should deposit €12.50 and adults €20 to our bank account.
  • Children get a 100% DISCOUNT (free of charge) as long as the child has booked for only 1 sport activity.
  • Children receive a 50% DISCOUNT (half price) when the child has booked another sport activity in addition to Aikido.
  • Adults get 50% OFF (half price) for all activities.

*Note that the registration fee of €15 is not included.

💳 Non-profit

Non-profit: Dojo The Hague is an initiative of the Seishin-seii Foundation. The foundation is run by volunteers, entirely on a non-profit basis. All teachers and staff members work 100% free of charge and receive no compensation for their efforts and time spend. Our primer goal is to facilitated Budo practice the best way possible for our community. Hence, we continuously invest in our location and study as life time practitioners of Budo.

No ANBI: It should be clear that we do not have an officially recognized ANBI (Public Benefit Institution): An organization can be designated as an ANBI by the Dutch State. This status entails a number of tax advantages for both the organization and for the Dutch taxpayer who makes a donation to the organization. We do not have this status and if you are interested, the monthly fees will be processed as a contribution accordingly.

You might think that Budo principles such as working on your better self, promoting harmony and world peace would be very useful and beneficial objectives for the common good of our society, but financially seen this may be a little too simplistic. Based on this alone, every Budo Sports and Yoga club could claim an ANBI status. We ourselves are mainly focused on our own benevolence in the Dojo and that is without ANBI status.

SCHEDULE

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
9:00-9:50
Aikido Group 1
Age 6-9 years
10:15-12:00
Aikido All levels
Age 16+
10:15-12:00
Aikido Yudansha
(restricted)
12:00-13:00
Kenjutsu
17:00-17:50
Aikido Group 1
Age 6-9 years
18:00-18:50
Aikido Group 2
Age 10 & up
18:00-18:50
Aikido Group 2
Age 10 & up
19:00-20:00
Aikido Basics
Age 16+
19:00-20:00
Aikido Group 3
Age 14 & up
19:00 - 20:00
Aikido Basics
Age 16+
19:00-20:00
Aikido Group 3
Age 14 & up
19:00-20:30
Exam training
(restricted)
20:00-20:30
Aikido All levels
Age 16+
20:00-21:00
Aikido All levels
Age 16+
20:30-21:30
Kenjutsu
21:00-22:00
Kenjutsu

CONTACT

CONTACT FORM

DIRECTIONS

MORE INFO

ℹ️ Holidays 2024 YOUTH

  • There are no lessons on national holidays and school holidays.
  • We follow the school holidays set by the municipality of The Hague, link [nl in Dutch]
  • School holidays may vary per school. Each school has its own study days, or margin days.
  • There will be no lessons on so called bridge days.
2024 DOJO IS CLOSED ON

Spring break Monday February 19 to Sunday February 25

Good Friday & Easter Friday March 29 until and including Monday April 1

May holiday [incl. King’s Day, Liberation Day, Ascension Day] Saturday April 27 until and including Sunday May 12

Whit Monday Monday May 20

Summer holidays Monday 15 July until and including Sunday 25 August

Budget Day [nl Prinsjesdag] Tuesday September 17

Autumn holidays Saturday October 26 until and including Sunday November 3

Saint Nicholas [nl Sinterklaas] Thursday December 5

Christmas holidays Friday, December 20, 2024 until and including Sunday, January 5, 2025

ℹ️ Holidays 2024 ADULTS

DOJO FREE DAYS

Spring break DOJO = OPEN on Monday 19/02, Wednesday 21/02 and Saturday 24/02

Youth exam March 23 (no Saturday class, ask if there is free training)

Good Friday & Easter Friday March 29 until and including Monday April 1

May holiday [incl. King’s Day, Liberation Day, Ascension Day] Saturday April 27 until and including Sunday May 12

Whit Monday Monday May 20

Youth exam June 22 (no Saturday class, ask if there is free training)

Summer holidays Monday 15 July until and including Sunday 25 August

Budget Day [nl Prinsjesdag] Tuesday September 17

Youth exam September 21 (no Saturday lessons, ask if there is free training)

Autumn holidays Saturday October 26 until and including Sunday November 3

Youth exam November 30 (no Saturday lessons, ask if there is free training)

Saint Nicholas [nl Sinterklaas] Thursday December 5

Christmas holidays Friday, December 20, 2024 until and including Sunday, January 5, 2025

ℹ️ Exams dates / Seminars

 EXAM DAYS YOUTH

Saturday March 23rd / June 22nd / September 21st / November 30th

Youth up to 9 years old from *09.00 to 09.50
Youth from 10 years and older *10.00 to 10.50
*Times depend on the number of participants, the exact times will be displayed here 1 week in advance.

EXAM DAYS ADULTS

Sunday March 24th / June 23rd / September 22nd / December 1st

6th & 5th Kyu from *09.00 to 11.00
4th Kyu and higher from *11.00 to 12.00
*Times depend on the number of participants, the exact times will be displayed here 1 week in advance.

ℹ️ Articles / links

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House rules

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Teachers Code of Conduct

In Budo the relationship between the teacher and student is very important. The rules of conduct below (see link) have been drawn up by NOC*NSF and are aimed at trainers, coaches, supervisors and executives (hereinafter referred to as “trainers”). The rules of conduct indicate where the boundaries lie in the contact between trainers and practitionars. Supplemented with our house rules and codes of conduct, they form a guideline for interactions between trainers and practitionars. Dojo The Hague wholeheartedly endorses these rules in order to create a safe environment for everyone within the club.

For the Teachers Code of Conduct, click here  [nl in Dutch, english coming soon] 

Transgressive behavior

A pleasant and safe sports climate is what we stand for!

At Dojo The Hague everyone can be who he or she is. We hope that everyone feels at home and can enjoy exercising in a safe environment. To achieve this, everyone must do their part; teachers, assistants, board, volunteers, students and parents of students. We expect that everyone feels responsible for playing a positive role in this.

Confidential advisor

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