About Aikido

Aikido is an efficient and extremely effective, principally non-aggressive Japanese budo (modern martial way). Derived of and refined from various Bujutsu and Kobudo (ancient martial arts and ways). Based on natural circular movements whereby an opponent’s force or energy is utilised or controlled to immobilise or throw an assailant or aggressor. Aikido exploits the natural turning motions of the various joints and nerve centres of the body to throw, immobilise or pin an opponent. A skilled Aikido practitioner, through constant and spirited training, therefore requires relatively little physical strength to control or overcome an opponent. Thus making Aikido highly suitable for everyone whether young or old, strong or frail, male or female. With its strong philosophical base of self-awareness and control, discipline, confidence and a positive perspective for harmony in life, this Budo provides a path to follow in today’s busy and often stressful society.