What is aikido?
the art which maximizes self-defense with efficient force. Aikido is not only taijutsu (open hand techniques), but is complimented with the art of Aiki-ken (wooden sword) and Aiki-jo (wooden staff). The 1st edition of the Iwama Shin Shin Aiki magazine is here!
How to learn Tenshin Aikido as an online student?
Learn Tenshin Aikido as an online student 1 Watch your Aikido Classes at the Shoubu Dojo at any time, day or night. 2 Learn directly from Cody Lewallen Sensei 5th dan, Tenshin Dojo Osaka Japan. 3 Stream your classes as many times as you like until the new classes are uploaded -every 2 weeks.
What is aiki-ken?
Aikido is not only taijutsu (open hand techniques), but is complimented with the art of Aiki-ken (wooden sword) and Aiki-jo (wooden staff). The 1st edition of the Iwama Shin Shin Aiki magazine is here!
Is there an age limit for Aikido classes?
No. Aikido is an inclusive and welcoming martial art designed to bring out one’s full potential for joyful, healthy and successful living. As such all ages are welcome. Please note: Due to the dynamic movement required, please check with your health care practitioner if you are uncertain about your physical ability to participate.
Aikido is a hand-to-hand martial art form that teaches the strategy of first avoiding and controlling the opponent’s attack, before using a striking, throwing, or joint locking technique to neutralize and defeat the attacker.
Is it safe to practice aikido in the dojo?
Aikido is a dynamic martial art, useful for self-defense and used by various police departments but it is safe to practice in the dojo.
What is aikibudokan?
At the Aikibudokan we teach martial art forms that are both traditional and innovative and that are powerful means of self-defense and simultaneously positive tools for inner growth.
Why do Japanese police officers have black belts in aikido?
This is why Aikido is a required part of the training curriculum at the Kaisho (Japanese Police Academy) in Tokyo and why all Japanese police officers have black belts in Aikido developing high-level ability in practical self-defense on the street.