Learning Aikido and Dedicating Yourself to Martial Arts
In many ways, Aikido is the epitome of Martial Arts.
It cultivates the mind, places an emphasis on keeping your ego in check, and in our Dojo, it never loses sight of it’s martial heritage. It is directly descended from the Japanese Samurai warrior class and uses flowing circular motions to subdue an aggressor.
“Ai Ki Do” translates as:
“AI” harmony / blending
“KI” spirit / intention
“DO” way
Aikido is therefore: the way of blending with the opponents intentions.
WHAT ARE THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF AIKIDO?
The Kihon Dosa and the Kihon Waza are the corner-stone of our Aikido. They are interrelated, the basic and the technique. In all things Aikido this is so.
This is a life long pursuit not something that is attained just by changing the colour of your belt.
Aikido has many benefits.
Students will learn: centering, calming, confidence, cooperation, grounding, mindfulness, self regulation, self control.
Aikido is a “moving meditation” — it cultivates a meditative state of mind. Training can foster positive mental health, positive physical health / fitness, and good overall wellbeing.