Before joining Aikido in 2000, Nurdin began his training with traditional Japanese martial arts. Japanese Karate.

He currently a member of Bulungan Dojo under Auki, 5th Dan and holds the 2nd Kyu rank, with Indonesia Aikikai Foundation.

Since 2006, he has been involved in children Aikido training as an assistant of professional Aikido instructor.

In addition to teach and continuing his Aikido training, he attended several Aikido Seminars in Jakarta, under Kubota Shihan and Shugano Shihan.