Supplies for Aikido

Uniforms
Judo-gi is the standard uniform for Aikido practice. Made of knit fabric, they hold up better to the grappling techniques of Aikido, than do the regular canvas uniforms worn in karate, which tend to rip. Local and online suppliers.

Hakama
The 'pant-skirt' worn in traditional Japanese arts, including Aikido. Different dojo have their own policies regarding at what level a student wears hakama. The standard hakama colors for Aikido practice are black or blue. Recommended suppliers online.

Weapons
Bokken (Japanese wooden sword), jo (short staff), and weapons bags. Recommended suppliers online.