Competition
Competitive Aikido is a small but vital part of Aikido practice within the BAA. The main forms of competition are Embu, Ninindori and Shiai. The BAA holds regular competitions across the country for both adults and juniors and these are listed at the bottom on this page.
Embu (Kata) is a formal presentation of Aikido techniques by two people being observed by a Judging Panel. A smooth flowing performance 
demonstrating the purpose and understanding of the specific Kata is required. Combined with movement and co-ordination between both participants, a first class representation of our activity results. Juniors from the age of 6 years to under 16 years of age also compete in their own competitions.
Ninin Dori is a "free-style" event with three players, ladies, men or juniors, each of whom in turn, take the part of the defender against the other two. Players are assessed on the variation of technique and attack, speed of performance, spatial awareness and general reaction under stress. This event requires considerable stamina and also tests the participants fitness.
Tanto Randori (Shiai), in this event a player demonstrates their ability to deal with a thrusting attack from a short baton, formally known as a "Tanto". Two players are involved, each in turn taking the part of an attacker (Tanto) and a defender (Toshu). The defender scores by the application of an Aikido technique against Tanto. The attacker can score by making a positive strike on the defender's target area with the tanto and by using a limited number of techniques once grasped. There are bouts for men and ladies which may have grade restrictions applicable to them. Neither player is co-operating and it is a true test of skill and technique. Juniors are not allowed to take part in Randori events.
Adult Competitions
Senior National Championships - 27th March 2011 - Dartford
Club Championships - 26th June 2011 - Sheffield
Kyu Grade Championships (Non Black belt) - 5th February 2011 - Sheffield
Junior Competitions
Junior National Championships - 19th March 2011 - Bradford
Junior Championships (North)
Junior Championships (South) - 26th November 2011 - High Wycombe
International Competitions
European Championships
World Championships (9th Aikido Tournament & Festival) 11th to 14th August 2011 - London See 2011 Tournament 2011 page.
Entry forms for the above competitions will be published here prior to any event.
Senior National Championships - Notice
Entry Form 
Participants List 
Junior National Championships - Notice Entry Form Participants List
Tanto Avoidance Rules for Junior Championships