Aikido

Aikido is a relatively new Japanese martial art created by Morihei Ueshiba, a man who fused his philosophy, Shinto religious beliefs and martial training to form the martial art.

Translated from Japanese Aikido means “the way of harmonious spirit”, there is a strong presence of internal ki (chi) training in Aikido and the main focus is to not fight force with force, but instead - redirect the opponents force and use it against them.

The main techniques in Aikido are joint locks and throws, a practitioner will also do a lot of mind training, using relaxation to cultivate ki creating a stronger posture that better utilizes your centre of gravity. Additionally, like most martial arts Aikido will be of assistance to your physical fitness.

Aikido is a well rounded combination of mental and physical training; it is spiritual, effective and practical martial arts style that suits a wide variety or people.

Excellent Aikido Demonstration

Aikido Cool

A demonstration of some of the impressive ways in which an Aikido practitioner can use their opponents own momentum against them.