61. Aikido Primer Although aikido is a relatively recent innovation within the world of martial arts, it is heir to a rich cultural and philosophical background. http://www.sotnak.com/primer/

Introductory notice: Please feel free to copy and distribute this primer to fellow aikidoists, non-aikidoists, friends, enemies, or people who just need something to put them to sleep. Should you wish to customize it for your own dojo, you may do so, but do, please, endeavor to make any changes commensurate with the overall spirit of the thing. If you want to avoid being blamed for any mistakes in this document or for the content, you could include this introductory notice or attach my name somewhere else within the document. I hereby disclaim any responsibility for the content or for errors within any versions of this document not modified by myself. I have adopted the Western convention for personal names in this document, i.e. , first name first, family name second. This version is dated March 2002. Please send corrections, comments, complaints, and suggestions to: Eric Sotnak eric AT sotnak DOT com Maciej Blizinski has produced a Polish translationavailable here: http://info.wsisiz.edu.pl/~blizinsk/aikidoprimer.html Aikido Primer Although aikido is a relatively recent innovation within the world of martial arts, it is heir to a rich cultural and philosophical background. Aikido was created in Japan by Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969). Before creating aikido, Ueshiba trained extensively in several varieties of jujitsu, and in swordsmanship. Ueshiba also immersed himself in religious studies and developed an ideology devoted to universal socio-political harmony. Incorporating these principles into his martial art, Ueshiba developed many aspects of aikido in concert with his philosophical and religious ideology.

62. Aikido Of Tamalpais, Mill Valley, CA - Home aikido of Tamalpais, Mill Valley, California. Wendy Palmer sensei, George Leonard sensei. http://www.tam-aikido.org/

Home Thursday, 03 April 2008 Main Menu Home About the Dojo Handbook Events ... Links Upcoming Events No Latest Events Hit Counter Visitors: Dojo Location 3001 Bridgeway Sausalito, CA 94965 Mailing Address Aikido of Tamalpais 126 Front Street San Rafael, CA 94901 Home Welcome to Aikido of Tamalpais Aikido of Tamalpais has been a center for the study of the Japanese martial art of Aikido since its establishment in 1976 in Mill Valley, California. We are affiliated with the Aikido World Headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, through the Aikido Schools of Ueshiba. Temporary Dojo Location/Schedule Aikido of Tamalpais will be conducting classes in a temporary location until we can find a new dojo space. Until then, our classes will take place at Christie Kenpo Karate at 3001 Bridgeway, Sausalito, California 94965 . Please see our Class Schedule for our current schedule of classes at that location. Our Instructor: Wendy Palmer Sensei, 6th dan Wendy Palmer sensei is co-founder and chief instructor with George Leonard sensei at Tamalpais Aikido in Mill Valley, California. She developed Conscious Embodiment which uses Aikido principals as a way of studying boundaries, relationships and the process of leadership. She directed the Prison Integrated Health Program, a program committed to demonstrating the efficacy of a humanitarian approach to prison work, at the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin Ca. for seven years.

63. Aikido Of Monterey | Welcome aikido of Monterey has become a large part of the aikido community since its beginning in 1973. We are affiliated with California aikido Association (CAA) http://www.aikidomonterey.com/

Home General Info Programs Student Resources ... Photo Gallery // cssdropdown.starttopnavbar('topnavbar', optional selected tab number) // example: cssdropdown.starttopnavbar('topnavbar', 2) // note: first tab number = 0, second tab number = 1, etc. cssdropdown.starttopnavbar('topnavbar') Aikido of Monterey has become a large part of the Aikido community since its beginning in 1973. We are affiliated with California Aikido Association (CAA) and Hombu Dojo (Aikido World Headquarters in Japan). More about AOM Sensei Danielle Smith has been practicing Aikido since 1973 and has been chief instructor since 1976. See about teachers Adult classes are held 7 days a week for all levels from beginning to advanced. We also offer an active program of classes for youth Visitors are always welcome to observe classes. See schedule for class times and levels. Beginning students are welcome on an ongoing basis. Frank Doran Shihan Seminar at Aikido of Monterey Saturday, April 12, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm $60. full day, $35. half day Dennis Evans Sensei April "Spotlight" on CAA Website www.ai-ki-do.org

64. ADV, Aikido Of Diablo Valley, Concord, CA aikido of Diablo Valley (ADV), is an ASU affiliated aikido dojo in Concord, California. aikido Information here. http://www.advdojo.org/

Frederic C. Rowell Fifth Degree Black Belt Forty-Six Years Experience Mind Body Spirit creating harmony out of conflict Celebrating 26 years Classes for Adults Teens and Juniors (8 - 12 yrs) Next Beginners' Session (for adults ... April 25 An Aikido Schools of Ueshiba and Aikikai World Headquarters affiliate Aikido of Diablo Valley 1674 Challenge Drive, Concord, CA 94520 Tel: (925) 676-6763 Email: aikido@advdojo.org

65. Aikido Institute - Welcome aikido Institute. 5036 Telegraph Avenue. Oakland, CA 94609. 510658-2155. Kim Peuser, Chief Instructor. Copyright 2008, Aiki Integrated Arts. The aikido http://www.aikidoinstitute.org/

Home Classes Kids Adults ... Contact New! Aikido Basics Sampler for Adults - 4 classes - $50 - You choose when to attend Lights! Camera! Action! See us on YouTube BEGINNER? - Start Here ENROLL NOW - Online! Aikido Institute 5036 Telegraph Avenue Oakland, CA 94609 Kim Peuser, Chief Instructor

66. Aikido Of Berkeley Teaching Iwama style aikido in Richmond. Information on classes, membership, events, and uchi deshi program. http://www.aikidoofberkeley.com/

67. Welcom To Aikido Of Manhattan Home Page aikido of Manhattan, Inc. is headquartered in New York and its purpose is to provide a training facility to teach traditional aikido, to promote better http://www.aikidoofmanhattan.com/

Our Mission Schedules and Fees Student Comments Training in Central Park ... Contact Us © 2005, Aikido of Manhattan, Inc., aikidoofmanhattan@yahoo.com Last updated: January 7, 2008

68. ACLA Practices Muso Shinden Ryu and Toyama Ryu Iaido. Events, schedule and fees. http://www.aikidocenterla.com/

News/Events Schedule/Dues Calendar Instructors ... Directions Celebrating Our 34th Anniversary Welcome to the Aikido Center of Los Angeles 1211 N. Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Located a few blocks from the Chinatown Gold Line station Tel. (213) 687-3673 info@aikidocenterla.com Directly Affiliated with Aikikai Hombu Dojo, Tokyo, Japan The Aikido Center of Los Angeles is dedicated to practicing Aikido and Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido as traditional Japanese martial arts. The ACLA is located in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles next to Little Tokyo. The Dojo was established in 1974 by Reverend Kensho Furuya, Aikido 6th Dan and Iaido 6th Dan Kyoshi. Furuya Sensei was a direct student of the late Doshu Kisshomaru Ueshiba and trained at the Aikido World Headquarters Hombu Dojo in 1969. We are directly affiliated with the Aikido World Headquarters, Hombu Dojo Aikikai. The Dojo is also the Headquarters for the Los Angeles Sword and Swordsmanship Society which is dedicated to the study of Japanese swords and the discipline of Japanese swordsmanship, Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido and Toyama Ryu Iaido. The Aikido Center of Los Angeles also offers classes for children and we will be expanding the program after the move into the new dojo.

69. Official Ki Society Website Society background, dojo directory, calendar of events. Based in Seattle, WA. http://ki-aikido.net/

Ki Aikido USA The official Ki Society website for the United States. (8th Dan), U.S. Advisor to Headquarters Message to Ki Society members regarding the Events of September 11, 2001 The 4th International Ki-Aikido competition will be held on June 28 (Saturday) and 29 (Sunday), 2008. Elective taigi chart for 4th International Ki-Aikido competition (PDF) World Camp 2007: October 24-28, 2007 The dates of 4th International Ki-Aikido competition and World camp 2008 are June 23 (Monday) to June 27 (Friday). Shinichi Tohei sensei weblog Outline of website KI SOCIETY USA TAIGI KI NO KENKYUKAI SITEMAP Legality of name and calligraphy Some people may not know that the name "Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido" and Tohei Sensei's calligraphy of Ki have been officially registered as the name and trademark of Ki Society. All people and dojos that use these names and symbols are required to have written permission from Ki no Kenkyukai HQ PO Box 75433 Seattle WA 98125-0433 206-522-8702 fax Changes last made on: August 2, 2007 webmonster http://ki-aikido.net/index.html

70. Nihon Goshin Aikido | Welcome Style of aikido founded by Shodo Morita. Dojo listing, style description and history, and online forum. Based in New Jersey. http://www.aikidoinc.com/

Official Website of the Nihon Goshin Aikido Association Home Aikido Dojos Community ... Help Latest News Promotion List January 2008 San-Dan None Sho-Dan Frank Delieto Josh Delieto Michael Perez I-Kyu Jack Crane Roy Lehman Ni-Kyu Mike Chitwood Joe DiGiovanna Justin Neal San-Kyu... Promotion List fof February, 2008 San-Dan None Sho-Dan None I-Kyu Dexter James Harrison Thacker Ni-Kyu Erica Lee Garcia Donovan Norfleet Aliceann Wachter San-Kyu Chris Ward Yo... More News... Welcome News Shihan Richard A. Bowe Quick Link: Learn more about the history Nihon Goshin Aikido. Find the nearest dojo in your area. Interact with members of the association in our discussion forums. Got a question? ... Sign the guestbook! Welcome to the official website of the Nihon Goshin Aikido Association.

71. Kokikai Aikido At Princeton University KokikaiRyu style aikido club located at Princeton University. http://www.princeton.edu/~aikido/

Classes Instructors Events Resources ... Picture of the Week The History Kokikai-Ryu Aikido founder Sensei Shuji Maruyama began his study of Aikido in 1955 under Koichi Tohei Sensei who was at the time chief instructor of Aikido under Master Ueshiba. Later after receiving an introduction from Tohei, Maruyama Sensei apprenticed directly with Master Ueshiba. Aikido was developed by the founder of Aikido Master Ueshiba in the samurai tradition of Budo. Master Ueshiba placed emphasis on maximizing human potential – emphasizing strength and efficiency through the coordination of mind and body. Through a special realization he was able to develop his potential power. The essence of his realization was that he discovered how to use only necessary strength. He understood his natural human ability and how to use that ability correctly and efficiently, and he applied his understanding to develop a system of new techniques that would eventually solidify into the art known as Aikido. The Refinement In the further development of Kokikai Aikido, Maruyama Sensei has stayed true to Master Ueshiba’s tradition and has refined the techniques to make Aikido more effective in modern circumstances. Maruyama Sensei has caught Ueshiba’s feeling for using only necessary strength, using the minimum effort necessary to achieve maximum results, but he now applies that feeling to technique responsive to the realities of modern unarmed fighting. Kokikai Aikido practice is characterized by realistic, focused attacks, and the fluid responses that employ timing and rhythm to take the opponents balance completely before the application of a throwing technique.

72. Supporting Aikido Programs For Kids Worldwide aikidoKids.com supports teaching aikido to kids. aikido Games listing, Instructor directory, Equipment suggestions, Curriculum ideas. http://www.aikidokids.com/

AikidoKids.com, in conjunction with Aiki-Extensions.org, has launched a Google Group called Aikido Kids to facilitate conversations between those of us who teach Aikido to children and teens. If you think you'd like to participate, head on over to the group home page , and request an invitation to join. You'll need to sign in to Google first, (accounts are free if you don't already have one). You'll then be asked to tell us where you teach, what style of Aikido you practice, and who your teachers have been (there are no wrong answers to any of these questions, we just want to know who everyone is) so we can process your request to join the group.

73. Bay Marin Aikido Bay Marin aikido 1345 Via Sessi San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 455•0971 emailinfo@baymarinaikido.com. If you don t see the menu bar on the left, click here http://www.baymarinaikido.com/

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74. Chudokan Aikido Dojo - Chudokai aikido Federation International headquarters dojo. Includes training schedule, events calendar, instructor biographies, and online store. http://www.chudokai.com/

Home Blok Kyoshi Instructors Classes ... Map Directions Aikido Canada Local Events Class Schedule Kyu Examination Dan Examination Aiki Buki Examination ... Instructors Meeting Related Organizations On Guard Defense and Control Tactics Donations by Headsets.com World Kobudo Federation Welcome to the Rose City Athletic Organization o/a Aikido Canada / Chudokan Dojo Headquarters: Chudokai Aikido Federation International Over 20 Dojo's are affiliated with us throughout Canada and the United States. (Please see Affiliates page for more information.) 1089 Tecumseh Road East Windsor, Ontario N8W 1B3 Telephone:(519) 253-6667 Fax: (519) 978-3583 info@aikidocanada.org Aikido Canada Winter Events Calendar Click on our Special Events tab for all the latest. March Class Notifications: There are no days scheduled for class cancellations. Available Classes and Services Yoshinkai-style Aikido, including: basic, intermediate, advanced and private instruction, as well as children's classes Relaxed Aikido: for those interested in maintaining flexibility and health Aikibuki: the art of Aikido weaponry Iaido: the art of drawing and cutting with the sword Karate Defensive Tactics training Clothing, items, weapons, books and tapes available through our office or our

75. Heart Of San Francisco Aikido Offering classes on the art of conflict resolution that focus on uniting opposing forces, in an environment committed to offering equal opportunities for http://www.heartaikido.com/

Skip to navigation Heart of San Francisco Aikido Explore Aikido With Us The Guiding Principle of Aikido is Harmony Aikido is a modern martial art founded in the last century by Morihei Ueshiba O-Sensei. It is non-violent and strives to achieve harmony with nature, others, and oneself. The word Aikido consists of three Japanese words that can be translated as “path to spiritual harmony." Ai - Harmony or Unity Ki - Spirit Energy or Life Energy Do - Path or Way Rather than fighting, Aikido challenges us to meet the energy of an attack with relaxation and a sense of center. Using fluid, spiral movements, we turn around an attacker’s energy so that it defeats itself. Aikido Offers Many Benefits People who begin training in the martial art Aikido find many benefits: Self-defense Exercise Art Spirituality Philosophy Conflict Resolution Healing Meditation Aikido is a discipline for mental, physical, and spiritual growth. At Heart of San Francisco Aikido, we train as a community of people who practice peace. Foster peace in your own life and then apply the Art to all that you encounter. ~ Morihei Ueshiba O'Sensei About Our Dojo Heart of San Francisco Aikido Dojo opened in January 1995. We offer beginner's classes, general classes, seminars, and special events for women, men, and youth.

76. Aikido In Westchester NY - Martial Arts, Self Defense And Fitness aikido in Westchester Scarsdale aikido provides martial arts, self defense and fitness for Westchester county NY for the cities of Yonkers, White Plains, http://www.scarsdaleaikido.com/

Aikido in Westchester, NY - Martial Arts, Self Defense and Fitness - About Aikido About Aikido True Victory is Victory over the Self About Aikido (To Navigate this section, either click the links or scroll down) Overview of Aikido - Defining characteristics of Aikido FAQ - What are the different styles and organizations in Aikido; is a full time teacher better than part time, etc... 1) How Does Aikido Compare with Other Martial Arts for the Westchester county area? The Basics ( read Overview of Aikido first 2) For Self-Defense, which is the Best Martial Art? More depth as it relates to self defense. 3) What are the Physical/Health Benefits of Aikido as Compared to other Martial Arts? 4) So How do I Look for a School (Valid for any Martial Art) (Case Studies) Specialized article: martial arts training has not been indigenous to western culture for centuries as in the east. Some of us therefore lack the education to separate the legitimately strong school vs. the weak ones. This article provides useful tips for westerners in Westchester County.

77. Austin Ki Aikido Center The Austin Ki aikido Center is a nonprofit organization, founded in 1983 and dedicated to teaching the principles of mind and body coordination through Ki http://www.akac.org/

Skip to the content. Austin Ki Aikido Center Email List Admin ... FAQ The Austin Ki Aikido Center is a nonprofit organization, founded in 1983 and dedicated to teaching the principles of mind and body coordination through Ki and Aikido. The teaching methods are those taught by Master Koichi Tohei, founder of the Ki Society International. AKAC is a community of aikido practictioners. We welcome you to come and join us. Keep one point Keep weight underside Relax completely Extend Ki The mission of Austin Ki Aikido Center is to explore all aspects of the martial art of Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido, through Aikido classes, Ki development classes, and special events, for adults and teens. Our small group learning environment enables individualized attention for all levels of students. The practice of Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido offers a path for long term self-development and cultivates harmonious action and oneness of mind and body, both in the context of physical conflict, and in daily life. Sokushin No Gyo Come and join us for Sokushin No Gyo (Bell Meditation) on Thursday, March 27th at 6:15 PM . All AKAC members are welcome and encouraged to attend. An intense practice, bell meditation can be seen as expelling old energy, while allowing in fresh new energy.

78. Untitled Document aikido Club of the University of Georgia. open to students, faculty and staff of UGA. meeting times Monday and Wednesday from 79pm http://www.uga.edu/aikido/

Aikido Club of the University of Georgia open to students, faculty and staff of UGA meeting times: Monday and Wednesday from 7-9pm where: Martial Arts Room, Ramsey Center classes are free for UGA students/faculty/staff

79. Index Of /~brianp/aikido An independent dojo in Seattle. Schedule, events, students and links. http://www.twocranesaikido.com/

80. Aikido Institute Of America, Los Angeles, (323) 254-3372 The Seidokan aikido World Headquarters located in Los Angeles, CA. http://www.aikidoinstitute.com/

Main Page Multimedia AIA Class Schedule Map and Driving Directions to AIA ... E-mail the Webmaster Aikido Institute of America 2615 Colorado Blvd ., Los Angeles, CA 90041 Seidokan Aikido World Headquarters Established 1970 by Roderick Kobayashi The Aikido Institute of America (AIA) was established in 1970 by the late Roderick Kobayashi as the world headquarters for Seidokan Aikido Aikido is a defensive art emphasizing balance, grace and harmony. Aikido is different from most martial arts in that Aikido uses the energy of the attacker to defend one's self from harm. And as the worldwide headquarters for Seidokan Aikido , the Aikido Institute of America is uniquely qualified to provide the most rounded Aikido training possible. The curriculum of the Aikido Institute of America is geared towards both teaching Aikido to beginners and towards developing Aikido instructors. Aikido Classes for all levels for adults and children are held daily. Please do not hesitate to visit if you are in the area. Guests are always welcome in our dojo to ask questions or simply to watch us practice!

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