Aikido Dai Etsu Dojo

Aikido is a defensive Japanese Martial Art founded by Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969), also referred to as O Sensei (great teacher).

O Sensei developed Aikido techniques based on ancient Jujitsu and weapons training. Aikido movements are circular and blending in nature. Joints are manipulated in their natural direction of motion. An Aikidoist generally blends with an attack, disbalances the opponent, and redirects the force to a safe conclusion. This simple principle makes it possible for anyone to become accomplished at Aikido. Strikes in Aikido are used to unbalance an opponent rather than as offensive techniques intended to cause physical harm.
Empty-handed Aikido techniques include throwing, joint locks, pins, weapon taking and defenses against multiple attacks. Weapons practice consists of wooden staff (jo), sword (bokken), and knife (tanto). Aikido techniques are practiced in both seated and standing forms. Aikido is normally practiced on a cushioned mat area to prevent injuries.