May 2025 Student Enrolment Now Open

合氣道

合氣道合氣道合氣道

合氣道

合氣道合氣道合氣道
  • About Us
  • What Is Aikido ?
  • Origin of Aikido
  • Training
  • Weapons In Aikido
  • Fitness In Aikido
  • Mindfulness In Aikido
  • Our Instructor
  • Club Kamon
  • Affiliations
  • Enrolment
  • Contact Us
  • Courses and Events
  • Blog
  • Virtual Dojo
  • Club Store
  • More
    • About Us
    • What Is Aikido ?
    • Origin of Aikido
    • Training
    • Weapons In Aikido
    • Fitness In Aikido
    • Mindfulness In Aikido
    • Our Instructor
    • Club Kamon
    • Affiliations
    • Enrolment
    • Contact Us
    • Courses and Events
    • Blog
    • Virtual Dojo
    • Club Store
  • Sign In

  • My Account
  • Signed in as:

  • filler@godaddy.com


  • My Account
  • Sign out

Signed in as:

filler@godaddy.com

  • About Us
  • What Is Aikido ?
  • Origin of Aikido
  • Training
  • Weapons In Aikido
  • Fitness In Aikido
  • Mindfulness In Aikido
  • Our Instructor
  • Club Kamon
  • Affiliations
  • Enrolment
  • Contact Us
  • Courses and Events
  • Blog
  • Virtual Dojo
  • Club Store

Account


  • My Account
  • Sign out


  • Sign In
  • My Account

A Brief History Of Aikido

O Sensei The Founder Of Aikido

 Aikido, known as “the way of harmony with spirit (or energy)”, is a martial art originating from Japan, developed by Morihei Ueshiba, also known as O Sensei or Great Teacher. Ueshiba dedicated his life to training and teaching martial arts, mastering various styles along the way. By integrating his vast knowledge and skills with a profound vision that emphasized striving for peace and harmony as the ultimate goal of a martial artist, he crafted Aikido into a unique and transformative martial art.

Inspired by the ancient martial traditions handed down from the samurai era, Aikido preserves the effectiveness of traditional Jujutsu techniques while introducing a new perspective that fundamentally alters how these techniques are executed and the underlying purpose behind them.

Central to Aikido is the principle of resolving conflicts through non-violent methods. The art focuses on positioning oneself in a manner that allows for the blending and redirection of incoming attacks, effectively neutralizing aggression by harmonizing with the energy instead of meeting it head-on.

While Aikido may initially appear as a collection of physical techniques and movements aimed at self-defense, a deeper exploration reveals its true essence. It transcends mere martial prowess by serving as a path for honing the coordination of mind, body, and spirit, thereby fostering personal growth and self-awareness. By embracing Aikido, practitioners embark on a journey of self-discovery and inner harmony that extends far beyond the confines of physical combat.

Copyright © 2025 Swansea District Aikido - All Rights Reserved.

Powered by

Limited Spaces Available

Student Enrolment Now Open

Learn more

This website uses cookies.

We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.

DeclineAccept