# Event Details - **Event Name**: Beginner's Launch: Ki Aikido Auckland - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 pm - **Event Description**: A dedicated launch creates your starting point, a room full of other beginners, all taking the same first step together.About this EventYour moment to start is here.This isn't "drop in whenever." This is a dedicated BEGINNER'S LAUNCH CLASS—designed specifically for people taking their first step into Ki Aikido.WHY THIS MATTERS"Drop in anytime" sounds flexible, but it often means "never."A dedicated launch creates your starting point—a room full of other beginners, all taking the same first step together. No one's ahead. Everyone's learning.WHAT YOU'LL GAINKi Aikido teaches mind-body coordination—practical training that helps you:Manage stress when it hits, not just afterMaintain focus despite distractionsBuild confidence from inner coordinationStay calm under pressureThis isn't theory. It's physical practice you can feel working immediately.WHAT TO EXPECT IN YOUR FIRST CLASSPart 1: Standing Coordination ExercisesBasic movements that demonstrate mind-body unity. Nothing complex.Part 2: Ki Aikido exercises with PartnerApply learned principles with a partner. No competition. No pressure.Part 3: Breathing & Mind-Body Principles (seated)Simple, accessible practice. No prior experience needed.Part 4: Open questionsThroughout: questions encouraged, breaks as needed, individual attention provided.WHO IS THIS FOR?Complete beginners (no martial arts experience needed)Anyone dealing with stress, scattered focus, or lack of confidenceAll ages welcome (15s to 70+)All fitness levels (no athletic ability required)People who want practical tools for daily life, not just physical exerciseWHAT TO BRINGComfortable clothes you can move in (tracksuit, yoga clothes, etc.)Open mindNo equipment needed. No uniform required. No special gear.ABOUT KI AIKIDOKi Aikido is a Japanese practice developed by Koichi Tohei Sensei, combining:→ Aikido (founded by O Sensei Morihei Ueshiba)→ Shin Shin Toitsu Do (mind-body coordination principles)Focus: stress management, mental clarity, confidence—not fighting or self-defense.This is the first dedicated Ki Aikido organization in New Zealand, founded by Cristian Filimon Sensei (4th Dan, 15+ years of practice).INVESTMENTCompletely FREE for this beginner's launch class.After your trial:• Adults: $60/month• Students & Retirees: $40/month• Annual membership: $40RESERVE YOUR SPOTWhile the class is free, space is limited. Reserve your spot at: kiaikido.org.nzREGULAR CLASSES (after launch)Wednesday: 7:30-9:30 PMFriday: 6:00-8:00 PMLocation: 332 Great North Road, Grey Lynn, AucklandQUESTIONS?Drop them in the comments or visit kiaikido.org.nzReserve your spot here: https://cal.com/ki-aikido/free-demo-classSee you on the mat. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b7925250-08c7-11f1-8e72-eb9923d9d6b2-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf7f4ed-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/b7c214e0-08c7-11f1-8e72-eb9923d9d6b2-rimg-w1109-h740-dc181214-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/b7e77730-08c7-11f1-8e72-eb9923d9d6b2-rimg-w1110-h740-dc191418-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/b81034e0-08c7-11f1-b6c3-c3694e9a4e40-rimg-w1110-h740-dc735f76-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/beginners-launch-ki-aikido-auckland/100001982930448350 - **Event Categories**: workshops, contests, health-wellness, art, yoga - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbeginners-launch-ki-aikido-auckland-tickets-1982930448350 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: NZD ## Event venue details - **city**: Auckland - **state**: AU - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: 332 Great North Road - **lat**: -36.86583419999999 - **long**: 174.7442486 - **full address**: 332 Great North Road, 332 Great North Road, Auckland, New Zealand ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: Ki Aikido New Zealand (https://allevents.in/org/ki-aikido-new-zealand/27462297) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/8818c4de6761989f584134f7ad6281989db65c52d479a114139218e52180f8f3-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf7f4eb-gmir.jpg?v=1770978968 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/229a7aadde67a9d39ecddd71139053c688335ccc0e24007bd9213faacbabb38f-rimg-w400-h400-dcf7f4eb-gmir.jpg?v=1770978968 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 pm - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** 332 Great North Road, 332 Great North Road, Auckland, New Zealand - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 NZD - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Ki Aikido New Zealand - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** workshops, contests, health-wellness, art, yoga - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Beginner's Launch: Ki Aikido Auckland ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Beginner's Launch: Ki Aikido Auckland", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/8818c4de6761989f584134f7ad6281989db65c52d479a114139218e52180f8f3-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf7f4eb-gmir.jpg?v=1770978968", "startDate": "2026-02-18", "endDate": "2026-02-18", "url": "https://allevents.in/auckland/beginners-launch-ki-aikido-auckland/100001982930448350", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "332 Great North Road", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "332 Great North Road", "postalCode": "1021", "addressLocality": "Auckland", "addressRegion": "AU", "addressCountry": "NZ" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "-36.86583419999999", "longitude": "174.7442486" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "A dedicated launch creates your starting point, a room full of other beginners, all taking the same first step together.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "NZD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-04", "availabilityEnds": "2026-02-18", "validFrom": "2026-04-04", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/auckland/beginners-launch-ki-aikido-auckland/100001982930448350" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "NZD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-04", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-04", "url": "https://allevents.in/auckland/beginners-launch-ki-aikido-auckland/100001982930448350", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Ki Aikido New Zealand", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/ki-aikido-new-zealand/27462297" } ] } ] ```