The Transformative Power of Aikido for Women
In the Heidelberg suburb of bustling Melbourne, amidst the chaos of daily life tucked away on a tree-lined street, stands a quaint traditional dojo known to many as Aikido Shudokan. Here, women of all ages and backgrounds gather to practice Aikido, a martial art renowned for its focus on harmony, fluidity, and self-defence. Among them was Mia, a young woman in her thirties, searching for a way to reclaim her sense of strength and confidence.
Ma-ai
Japanese martial arts refer to the distance between opponents as “ma-ai.” It is a fundamental strategic concept that in spite of, or perhaps because of, its apparent simplicity, should give us pause to look for deeper lessons.
How to Choose a Dojo
Lots of families would like to find a martial Arts club for their children, many adults are also looking at martial arts training for physical, mental and spiritual health reasons, and of course for self-defense. Martial arts training can be a fantastic way to get fit...
Welcome to our Dojo
Lots of people are curious about training in martial arts. It is often an exciting new experience with strange Japanese etiquette and language involved. To help potential new students gain an understanding of what training is like at Sendokan Martial Arts, we have...
Martial Arts ARE Good for Your Wellbeing
The global pandemic has had a negative impact on everyone’s mental health and wellbeing, now there is empirical research to prove that training in Martial Arts helps us in many, many ways.