What is Aikido
Aikido is a Japanese martial art, or Budo, created by Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969). It literally means “the way (-do) of harmony (Ai-) through universal energy (-ki-)”.
Following the philosophy of its founder, Aikido is not a way to injure others, but rather to unite all people into one universal family. Ideally, in a situation of conflict, the Aikido practitioner applies only the appropriate level of control to neutralize the aggression or violence of the attacker.
Aikido techniques consist of blending with the attacker, entering and turning movements, joint locks and throws, all which integrate with a comprehensive weapons system.
Founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba