As part of the Lancashire Aikikai traditional Aikido is taught at Trafford Aikido Club
Aikido is a Japanese martial art based on the principle
of Ki, That is, the harmony or balance of energy. One seeks to overcome
an attacker by first blending with the incoming attack then redirecting
its energy. Taking the attackers balance both physically and mentally and
then controlling the movement is important in Aikido, as is the development
of the use of Ki rather than strength. Many of the movements in Aikido
are based on movements with sword and other weapons.
"Ultimately, you must forget about technique.
The further you progress, the fewer teachings there are.
The Great Path is really No Path"
Morihei Ueshiba, founder of Aikido
