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​Welcome to Highland Aikido


         Aikido is a martial art founded by Morihei Ueshiba also known as O'Sensei, in Japan in the mid-1920's.
It has elements of Aiki-Jujitsu and Judo.
Aikido translated means the way of harmony.

         We learn to blend with, rather than go against, the force of an attack.         The idea is to forget the self, and follow the opponent's movement.
            In this way, the opponent is defeated by blending with and using
his energy.

Aikido is a martial art that teaches you to defend yourself against an opponent of any size and strength through the use of smooth, fluid,
​ circular movements.
 
Aikido can empower anyone who feels vulnerable.
​      We specifically teach people how to be more aware and protect themselves in real life situations.

Benefits of Aikido Training

Promotes Health:
  • Develops stamina and endurance.
  • Deep breathing massages the internal organs,
  •  while stretching conditions the joints.

  • Unifies Body, Mind and Spirit:
  • Heightens mental concentration as the body and mind
  •     are trained to work together in a focused
  • and efficient way.

  • Develops Character:
  • Promotes honesty, kindness, self-respect and
  • respect for others. Improves interpersonal relations.
  • Nurtures the growth of self-discipline.

  • Teaches Self-Defense:
  • Trains the student to use effective self-defense
  •  techniques that neutralize an attack without
  • causing serious injury to the attacker.

  • Provides Alternatives in Conflict Resolution:
  • Aikido, used as a metaphor, illustrates numerous
  • alternatives to the use of force
  • in resolving conflict.

 

 

 
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