Aikido

A traditional martial art based on the ancient fighting systems of the Japanese Samurai.

Phiosophically and technically aikido is purely defensive in nature. It is a powerful and effective method of self defense designed to control, pin or throw attackers ... but to do so without malicious, aggressive or violent intent.

Aikido does not rely on physical size or strength to be effective. Aikido employs body dynamics, movement and technique to exploit an aggressor's points of unbalance and weakness. Instead of using hard blocking techniques to meet an attacker's force head on, aikido favours a softer re-direction of attacks which turn an aggressor's own energies against themselves. Equally suited to men and women of all ages!

Hombu Style Aikido

The hombu style of aikido taught by Heijoshinkan might be considered to be a more "subtle" or softer style of aikido. Particular emphasis is placed on body dynamics, the connection between attacker and defender, and using an attacker's own energy against them.

Fridays 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Instructor: Ashley Cutts

If you would like to attend these classes, please contact Ashley on 01773 822726 or Brendan on 01629 824916, or just turn up at the studio.