Have you ever felt a strange, inexplicable emptiness in your life? As if it were missing some major component that could explain the meaning and basis of existence? You critically examine your life with its successes and material well-being, with a decent level of comfort and the ever-hurrying flow of events... Something is wrong, but everything seems to be as it should be... Emptiness, like a hole in a new suit, looks incomprehensible and absurd .

The above situation fully explains the interest modern man to the spiritual practices of the East. In particular to Japanese art aikido, appeared relatively recently (in the 20s of the XX century), although previously it was already known under different names. The literal translation of this word is: " before" - the path, the guiding principle, " ah"—harmony, " ki" - the universal energy of the universe (in Chinese) Qi) - i.e. the path leading to harmony through the universal energy Ki.

The founder of Aikido is Morihei Ueshiba, also known as O-Sensei (“ Great teacher"), which is based on the directions of traditional jujutsu, kenjutsu, and calligraphy art formed his own system of martial art, as opposed to the traditional bu-jutsu. Aikido combined the best methods of developing the spirit and techniques of physical self-improvement, with a special influence on the Aikido system religious movement Omoto-kyo And Shinto teachings.

Practitioners of Aikido say that it expresses the essence of Japanese culture and helps a person discover Ki - the basis of the spirit, hidden from us by the importance of our own personality ("I") ego.

Master Ueshiba himself said this: “On the basis of Budo, I carefully trained my body and mastered its inner secrets, but I also realized a great truth. That is, when I realized on the basis of Budo the real nature of the universe, I clearly saw that people must unite the body, mind and the unifying Ki and further achieve harmony with all manifestations of the objects of the universe. On the basis of the subtle work of Ki, we achieve harmony of mind and body and the connection of the individual and the universal. If the subtle work of Ki is upset, there will be disintegration in the world and chaos in the universe...".

The basic principle of Aikido is well known even to those who know almost nothing about it - turn the enemy's power against him. Another principle is to merge with the opponent's consciousness to such an extent that one's own personality must dissolve. A true Aikido Master senses the opponent’s thoughts (becoming them too) and is able to foresee any of his actions as if they were his own. The mind and body are united and driven by the power of the spirit, which is subject to the laws of the Universe, which is the manifestation of the entire Universe. You cannot lose when your actions are guided by a spirit unperturbed in its peace, and not by the thoughts of a certain person. The fight was won before the fight even started. At the same time, Aikido is one of the few martial art practices that follows the principle ahimsa - non-harm.

The method is based on techniques for expanding consciousness through meditation practices, as well as a special system of physical exercises that helps hone the skill of aikido with the inherent nature of fluidity And softness of movements. All Aikido techniques have a circular trajectory in one way or another. A warrior is like a stream of flowing water - all actions are completed beautiful and smooth, as if flowing from one another.

The universality of Aikido principles is limitless: having mastered them once, you will begin to spread them throughout your life, be it communication with different people, doing business and, in general, way of life.

In conclusion, I would like to give a description satori(insight, awakening) given by Morihei Ueshiba: “I suddenly felt that the whole Universe trembled. Some kind of golden mist rose from the ground, enveloped me and turned my body into gold. And immediately my mind and body became light. I began to understand the chirping of birds and understood God, the Creator of this beautiful Universe. At that moment, I received Enlightenment and realized: the source of budo is divine Love, which protects all living things. Tears of joy flowed down my cheeks in a continuous stream. Since then, I feel that the whole Earth is my home, the moon and stars are my personal. wealth. I freed myself from all desires - not only from the desire for position, fame and wealth, but also from the desire to be strong. I realized: Budo is not about knocking down an opponent with the force of muscles, and not about using the force of a weapon. to destroy the whole world. True budo is to accept the spirit of the Universe, maintain peace in the whole world, correctly create, protect and cultivate all things in Nature. I realized: to train in budo means to accept the love of God, which properly produces, protects. and cultivates all things in Nature, and absorb and use this love with his mind and body..."

Our guide does not aim to provide a detailed analysis of Aikido. We just want to bring some clarity and help, especially beginners, navigate the most general and most common issues. In this regard, we do not conduct an in-depth analysis or detailed reference to concepts and terms.

Due to significant phonetic differences between the Japanese and Russian languages, it is not easy to provide and reproduce the correct and unambiguous pronunciation of a particular concept, word, or sound. Without delving into linguistic depths, we note that we do not claim the absolute truth of translation and transcription. Variants of interpretation of Aikido terminology that differ from ours are completely acceptable and have a right to exist. However, we also have the right to offer the following interpretation.

Aikido - modern martial art

It is based on numerous traditional martial arts and, above all, Daito ryu aiki jitsu by master Sokaku Takeda. Aikido has gone through various stages along the way from Daito Ryu, the basic technique of the 1930s, to Aikido as we know it today.

It all started with the fact that Ueshiba Morihei, as a result of many years of research and persistent training in various martial arts, developed his own system, which he eventually called Aikido. His son Ueshiba Kishomaru developed and systematized Aikido. Currently, the head of the Aiki Union is the grandson of the founder, Ueshiba Moriteru.

What is Aikido? Aikido is the way to harmonize vital energy.

	Ay- Harmony, Love, Coherence.		Ueshiba Morihei (14.12.1883 - 26.04.1969) Founder of Aikido.
	Ki- Vital energy.		Ueshiba Kishomaru (27.06.1921 - 04.01.1999) Second Doshu.
	Before- Path.		Ueshiba Moriteru (born 04/02/1951) Third Doshu.

To avoid confusion

We will distinguish:

Ai - Harmony, Love, Coherence
Aikidoka - A person who practices Aikido
Bujutsu - Martial art
Budo - The Way of the Warrior
Jutsu - Skill, art
Before - Path
Kai - Society
Kan - Style, club
Ki - Life Energy
Kobudo - Traditional Martial Arts
Kokyu - Life Breath

Several styles of Aikido have developed

The most widespread are:

Aikikai - a movement officially recognized in 1940 and continued by the Ueshiba family

Shin Shin Toitsu (Ki-Aikido) is a direction that master Tohei Koichi began to develop

Yoshinkan is a direction that master Shioda Gozo began to develop

Who is who?

There is a certain hierarchy in Aikido:

O-Sensei - Founder of Aikido Ueshiba Morihei (literally "Great Teacher")
Doshu - Head of the school
Shihan - Instructor-Leader (6th Dan and above)
Sensei - Teacher (4 - 5 Dan)
Senpai - Senior student
Kohai - Junior Apprentice
Dohai - Equal students
Yudancha - Dan degree holder
Dojo cho - Senior in the dojo
Uchi deshi - A student living in the master's house (close student)
Dan - Higher student and master ranks
Kyu - Initial student ranks

Kyu degrees in Aikido there are only 6 for adults and 8 for children. The youngest degree of kyu is the eighth, the highest is the first. Each degree has its own name.

Dan degrees in Aikido 10. Unlike "kyu", the level of "Dana" increases according to its serial number; the youngest "Dan" is the first, the oldest is the tenth:

Where?

Aikido training takes place in the dojo:

Dojo - Place for martial arts training (literally: "Place of attainment of the path")
Tatami - 1) Traditionally - a mat made of rice straw approximately 1m x 2m (nowadays, as a rule, made of foam rubber);
Tatami - 2) Modern. - all space covered with mats and intended for training
Kamiza - Main Wall
Shimoza - The place opposite to kamiza
Shikhandai - Place of Shikhan

What?

On the tatami, for reasons of hygiene, safety and comfort, everyone wears special clothing:

Keikogi (Dogi) - Training suit (the widely used name "kimono" is erroneous and refers to a different type of clothing)
Obi - Belt
Hakama - Wide pants (usually for students of 1st Dan and above)

What are we saying?

Since Aikido is practiced exclusively by polite and well-mannered people, an atmosphere of friendliness and cooperation reigns in the classes:

Ohayo gozaimas - Good morning
Konnichi wa - Good afternoon
Komban wa - Good evening
Sayonara - Goodbye
Dozo - Please, I beg you
Arigato gozaimashta - Thank you for studying with me
Domo arigato gozaimashta - Thank you very much (especially polite form)
O-negai shmas - Polite form of invitation to any joint action(classes)
Otskare samadesita - Gratitude for joint work, work
O-tagai-ni rei - Mutual bow

What are we doing?

Commands used in classes:

Kiritsu - Get up!
Matte - Wait!
Mokuso - Command to create an internal mood at the beginning and end of training
Ray - Bow!
Seiza - Sit up straight!
Hajime - Start!
Yame - Stop!

How do we fall?

Insurances:

Ukemi waza - Belay technique
Mae ukemi - Forward somersault belay over the arm
Ushiro ukemi - Backward somersault belay
Yoko ukemi - Somersault belay over the arm to the side

Where and how?

Directions, sides and levels:

Hidari - Left
Migi - Right
Mahe - Front
Ushiro - Rear
Jodan - Upper level (above shoulders)
Chudan - Average level(from shoulders to waist)
Gedan - Lower level (below the waist)
Irimi - Entry, entrance
Tenkan - Rotation
Omote - Facial, front
Hurray - Reverse, rear
Soto - Outside
Teach - Inside

How are we standing?

Body positions and stances:

Kamae - Ready position: legs slightly bent, arms in front of you
Hanmi - Positioning the body in a half-turn (45°) towards the attack
Migi hanmi - Right-handed stance
Hidari hanmi - Left-sided stance
Ayhanmi - Opponents are in relation to each other in the same stance
Gyakuhanmi - Opponents are in opposite (mirror) stance in relation to each other
Maai - Distance in space and time. To put it simply, the distance between opponents

How do we move?

Movements in space:

Tai Sabaki - Ways to change body position
Tsugi ashi - Side step
Ayumi Ashi - Step with change of foot
Tenkai - 180° turn on the spot
Tenkan - Leaving the line of attack and turning 180° with a step back
Irimi tenkan - Consists of two movements - irimi (step forward entry) and tenkan
Shikko - Moving on your knees

How are we being attacked?

Dori kata - Grip technique
Katate dori - Grasping the opponent's wrist with one hand
Aihanmi katate dori - Grabbing the hand of the same name
Gyaku hanmi katate dori - Opposite hand grab (mirror grab)
Ryote dori - Two-handed grab of two hands from the front
Kata dori - Shoulder grab
Ryokata dori - Front two shoulder grab
Kakae dori - Body grab (two hands grasping from the front)
Morote dori - Grasping one hand with both hands
Hiji dori - Elbow grab
Muna dori - Jacket lapel grab
Eri dori - Goal grab
Soda dori - Sleeve grip (elbow area)
Kubi shime - Throat grab (strangulation)
Ushiro dori - Rear grabs

How are we being beaten?

Beats:

Atemi waza – Strike technique
Atemi - A diversionary strike, usually delivered before or during the execution of a technique.
Tski (tsuki) – Direct jabbing, piercing blows with the hand
Jyodan tski – Punch to the upper level (to the head)
Chudan tski – Mid-level punch (to the body)
Teach - Slashing punches
Shomen uchi – Downward hand strike
Yokomen uchi – Side punch
Sukhei uchi – Chest punch
Geri – Kicks
Mae geri – Forward kicks
Yoko geri – Side kicks
Ushiro geri – Back kick
Mawashi geri – Side kick

How do we protect ourselves?

Aikido techniques:

Nage waza – Throwing techniques
Juji-garami nage – Throw with intertwined arms
Irimi nage – Throw performed in oncoming traffic
Kaiten nage – Circular spin throw
Kokyu nage – Throw coordinated with the movements of the partner, “breathing throw”
Kote gaeshi nage – Wrist twist throw
Koshi nage – Throw along the waist
Tenchi nage – Sky-Earth Throw
Udekime nage – Elbow impact throw
Shiho nage – Throw on the “Four Directions of the World”

What's happening?

Types of techniques:

Vase – Technique, work, method, section
Kihon no waza – Basic techniques
Henka vase – Additional techniques
Tachi waza – Techniques performed in a standing position (both opponents are standing)
Suvari waza – Techniques performed on the knees (both opponents on the knees)
Hanmi handachi waza – Techniques performed by a seated person against attacks by a standing person
Jyu waza - Random execution of various techniques from one specially designated attack
Beeches vase – One of the partners is armed
Randori - Random work against one or more opponents, when the methods of attack and defense are not specified in advance
Kata – Performing the technique strictly according to the classical scheme
Tori (Nage) – Conducting technique, throwing
Uke – Received, Thrown

How do we control the situation?

Ways to hold and control the enemy:

Osae vase – Holding Techniques
Ikkyo (ude osae) – First control or control by pressing the hand
Nikyo (kote mawashi) – Second control or forearm rotation control
Sankyo (kote hineri) – Third control or forearm twisting control
Yonkyo (tekubi) – Fourth control or wrist control
Gokyo (ude nobashi) – Fifth control or arm stretch control
Hijikime osae – Elbow hold

What will help us?

Working with weapons:

Beeches vase – Techniques for working with weapons
Bokken - Wooden sword
Tanto – Dagger, knife
Jo – A stick, up to the armpit length
Kumitachi – Technique of paired sword work
Kumijo – Technique of pair work with jo
Tachi dori waza – Technique for working against an opponent armed with a sword
Tanto dori waza – Technique for working against an enemy armed with a knife
Jo dori waza – Technique of working against an opponent armed with jo
Zen age waza – Technique of defense with a jo against attacks (grabs by the jo) of an unarmed attacker

And in Japanese?

When practicing techniques or individual elements, during warm-ups and when performing preparatory exercises, counting is done in Japanese:

Reviewer: S.V. Kiselyov
Compiled by: I.A. Novikov, D.S. Sapozhnikov
The compilers express special gratitude to Elena Sosnovskaya for her assistance in working on the dictionary.

IN modern world There are many martial arts. Most of them have ancient history, inextricably linked with the traditions of the East. One of the most mysterious and interesting is Aikido. This is originally Japanese. In our article we will look at the principles and essence of this martial arts. We will try to give a comprehensive answer to the question: “Aikido wrestling - what is it?”

Formulation

Aikido is Japanese martial arts, which combines several types of ancient fighting and self-defense techniques. Among them are aikijitsu, the art of fencing with spears and swords, aikijutsu, jujutsu, etc.

Aikido does not hold competitions or championships, so humanity knows little about this art, which harmoniously combines physical and spiritual practices.

For reference

Popular in the West, as well as in our country, film actor Steven Seagal is a seventh dan holder in Aikido. This is the highest rank in this martial arts, meaning that Seagal masters it perfectly. At one time, he spent many years in Japan, where he studied this and even had his own school, which was located in Tokyo.

History of the creation of aikido

Aikido is a relatively young form of martial arts. Its founder, Morihei Ueshiba, was born in 1883. And the year of birth of aikido can be considered 1925. As a child, Morihei was sickly and frail. This prompted him to study martial arts. The guy was so carried away by the practical mastery of ancient martial arts that he did not notice how he turned from a weak child into a man with iron muscles, flexibility like a panther, and limitless endurance.

Ueshiba traveled around Japan for a long time in an effort to find the best teachers and eagerly adopted their knowledge and experience. After 20 years of training, he gained the glory of being invincible. None of his opponents could defeat him. And although the athlete’s body was in perfect shape, Morihei’s soul still could not find peace. Then he plunged even deeper into philosophical and religious teachings. The result of this was the opening of his own school called Aikikai in 1925, which marked the beginning of the development of Aikido.

The creator of martial art handled his creation very carefully. Considering aikido to be a powerful weapon, he hid it from human eyes and taught only a small group of trusted people in his school. It was only after the end of World War II that Aikido was “released into the wild.” Japan was then in a deplorable state, and Ueshiba decided that a new martial art could help confused and oppressed fellow countrymen gain faith in themselves and their country.

What is Aikido: the essence of Aikido and its philosophy

If we try to briefly formulate the essence of aikido, we can say that it lies in the harmony of movements and breathing, body and mind, as well as the complete renunciation of personal ambitions.

The movements are natural, simple and devoid of aggression. They are aimed not at attack, but at defense. During a fight, the wrestler’s body should be as relaxed as possible, and the mind should be tense. It was the mind, consciousness, and spirit that Ueshiba assigned the main role in his teaching. If most martial arts are based on brute physical strength, then in this case the entire emphasis is on the soft power of the mind.

Aikido is a martial art that does not aim to win. After all, victory is a relative substance. It brings no benefit to anyone, it only strokes one’s pride. Today you will win, and tomorrow you will win. Aikido believes that there is no point in this.

Adherents of the teachings of Morihei Ueshiba do not attack or fight back, and do not respond with aggression. They seem to “persuad” the enemy to abandon his evil intentions, redirecting his forces in a safe direction.

But to achieve such results, you need to have the highest level of development. Therefore, the main goal of aikido fighters is to conquer themselves. To gain the upper hand over your own weaknesses, to rise above the material world into the world of spiritual heights.

The entire history of mankind is riddled with wars and conflicts. According to Ueshiba, this is a result of ambition and the desire to win at any cost. Man, beast, nature... Someone gives up and loses. Someone develops fighting qualities and wins. But there will always be a new aggressor who will make today's winner a loser. This is what human life is based on and most martial arts are based on.

The philosophy of Aikido is different. It comes down to being equal to nature, in which there are no conflicts, but harmony and love reign. The creator of this martial art believed that his brainchild could change humanity and make it happy.

Aikido technique

There are no attacking techniques in this type of martial arts. The technical arsenal includes grabs, throws, maneuvering, and leaving the line of attack. There are also several types of attacks, but they are more of a distracting nature than an attacking one. An aikido master studies the opponent's movements and guesses what he will do in the next moment. He uses the energy of the attacker and puts him in an awkward position with his actions. Thus, the enemy's attack is destroyed, he has to come up with something new.

How does the name stand for?

The word “aikido” consists of three hieroglyphs, each of which reflects a piece of the essence of martial art. So, “ai” is harmony and true love. "Ki" means spirit, internal energy. And “before” is translated as path. It turns out that Aikido is a spiritual path to harmony.

The versatility of this martial art

In the generally accepted understanding, it is probably impossible to call this type of martial arts a sport. Someone might say about Aikido: “What kind of sport is this if there are no winners, no losers, no competition?” This is all true. But its adherents do not strive for worldly recognition in the form of titles, cups and certificates. They have completely different priorities and tasks. Moreover, if only a person of a certain age and physical development can become an athlete, then the skill of Aikido with its simple and natural movements is accessible to absolutely everyone. And a child, and a woman, and a very old man. To conquer yourself, you need only one thing - desire.

Aikido principles

Answer the question: “Aikido wrestling - what is it?” - the principles of this martial art will help. Among them are the following:

• Relaxation and continuity of movement.
• Constant muscle control.
• Proper hand work.
• Concentration of will.
• Self confidence.
• Ability to work in a group.
• Ability to protect yourself.
• Gradual training - from simple to complex.
• Exercise in a good mood.

Aikido Aikikai

Aikido Aikikai is the International Organization of the Art of Aikido, which was officially recognized by the Japanese government in the 40th year of the last century.

After the death of Morihei Ueshiba, it was headed by the Teacher's son Kisshomaru. To this day, the Ueshiba dynasty leads the Aikido Aikikai. She tries to preserve the teaching in its original form. Aikikai is the classical version of Aikido.

The headquarters of the organization and the main methodological and training base are located in Tokyo. The center of all world branches of the Aikido Aikikai is the foundation of the same name. Its head and head of the training center is Doshu Moriteru Ueshiba. The Aikido Aikikai Foundation provides methodological support to various organizations of this martial art, examines athletes and issues certificates. No one else but him has the right to do this.

Aikido is a martial art that is a synthesis of ancient techniques of self-defense and wrestling combined with the philosophy of harmony of spirit.

History of Aikido

Morihei Ueshiba is considered the founder of aikido, and the year of foundation is 1925. The man was inspired to study the practice by his illness and frailty. Over the years of mastering ancient martial arts, Ueshiba turned from a weak and vulnerable child into a strong, resilient and muscular man.

He learned from teachers in many areas. But despite his ideal body and the glory of an invincible warrior, his soul did not find peace. Then he turned to religious and philosophical teachings. The result was the creation of his own Aikikai school, which marked the beginning of the martial art called Aikido and combined physical and spiritual development.

Only after World War II did Morihei make his discovery public. Before this, only trusted people studied at the school.

Today there are many styles of aikido, with their own techniques and interpretation. But its main principle - to take care of the attacker during the fight - remains unchanged.

Philosophy and principles of Aikido

The philosophy of Aikido lies in the harmony of body and spirit, breathing and movement, in the complete renunciation of one's own ambitions. This is not just a martial art. These are movements aimed at defense, not attack. Here the emphasis is on mental strength rather than physical strength. During the fight, the body should be relaxed and the mind tense.

The goal of aikido is not victory. The goal of aikido is to encourage the enemy not to attack and to redirect his aggression into a peaceful direction. The goal of Aikido is to use the opponent’s aggression against him, and to remain in spiritual serenity.

Aikido philosophy is alignment with nature, where harmony reigns and there are no conflicts. Morihei believed that his teachings would change humanity for the better.

The basic principles of Aikido include:

1. Continuous calm movements and relaxation.
2. Self confidence.
3. Constant muscle control.
4. Concentration of will.
5. Ability to protect yourself.
6. Workout in a good mood.
7. Mastering technology according to the principle “from simple to complex.”

Aikido styles

Although the founder of the doctrine was against distinguishing different fighting styles, this inevitably happened. Ueshiba's students discovered own schools and taught practice based on their own vision of it. And after his death, schools were founded by students of his students. Therefore, it is not surprising that the philosophy of teaching, interpreted differently, gave rise to different styles.

Today, more than thirty autonomous areas of aikido are known, including:

• aikikai;
• aikibudo;
• esinkai;
• Tomiki-ryu;
• Iwama-ryu;
• ai-ryu;
• traditional aikido;
• nisio budo;
• kobukan;
• kokikay.

Aikido technique

There are no offensive techniques in Aikido. Aikido technique consists of studying the opponent's movements and predicting his further actions. The result is the destruction of the enemy’s intentions by absorbing his energy. The main fighting techniques include:

• throws;
• grips;
• leaving the attack line;
• maneuverability;
• distracting blows.

Equipment and weapons

For classes you will need comfortable sports clothing that allows you to move easily, including on your knees. At first, a T-shirt and sports tights will do. In Aikido, shoes are only needed to get to the tatami: the practice itself is done barefoot.

A serious approach to aikido requires the purchase of special clothing - keigori, the so-called kimono for aikido.

Keigori consists of three elements:

1. Cotton pants, reinforced in knee joints, - "zubon".
2. Jacket – “respect”.
3. A dense multi-layer belt - “obi”.

Aikido involves the use of a number of weapons, including:

• “tanto” - a wooden knife or “samurai dagger”;
• “bokken” is a Japanese sword made of oak, which, depending on the purpose, can be flexible, with a thick handle or with a thickened blade;
• "dze" - wooden pole;
• "Wikizashi" is a short sword made of wood.

Aikido belts

Different styles of aikido have their own classification of belts. For example, in the Yoshinkai there are ten species, and in the Aikikai there are six belts. By the way, if we look at history, Japanese version no color gradations were provided for the fight. This was already a French invention with the aim of facilitating the perception of the rank of a warrior: from student to master.

It should also be borne in mind that all levels of students in Aikido are designated as “kyu”, and for masters – “dan”. In this case, aikido masters must pass ten dans, the highest award of each of which is a black belt. Students' belt colors change depending on the kyu.

The following color classification is considered the most common:

1. White Aikido belt. Each newly arrived student receives a white belt. However, this fact does not mean that he has reached the sixth level: for this he must pass the appropriate qualifications.
2. Yellow. The first distinctive color, which indicates that the student has moved from the sixth level to the fifth and, accordingly, has begun his journey in aikido.
3. Red. Awarded to a student who has progressed to level four. The color symbolizes that the student is successfully improving both in technique and knowledge.
4. Green. It says that the student is halfway to his first “dan”. As a rule, to reach the third kyu it takes a year of work on the technique and philosophy of teaching. At the same time, the green belt already pushes the student to further improvement and does not give him the opportunity to take a step back.
5. Blue. Corresponds to the second level of development, in which the student already has sufficient technique, but continues to study philosophy.
6. Brown. This is the last belt a student receives. Having passed this stage, the student becomes a master and begins his journey through the “dan” steps.

We tried to cover the topic as completely as possible, so this information can be safely used when preparing messages, reports on physical education and essays on the topic “Aikido”.

The common principle of all Aikido techniques is to use the opponent's strength against himself.

The more energy the enemy puts into the attack, the stronger the counterattack occurs.

In this article we will look at the key differences between the Aikikai and Yoshinkan Aikido styles.

Central line

Literally from the first minutes of Yoshinkan Aikido classes, beginners are taught the most important principle of martial arts - concentration on the Central Line (SichuRyoku - Japanese).

In the process of training in Yeshinkan, much attention is paid to the formation of this Central line, the main method of which is the basic movements of Kihon Dosa. Kihon-Dosa consists of 6 Kata movements performed according to the principles of Ichi (YANG) and Ni (YIN):

1. (Yang) The attacker actively advances and presses the defender.
2. (Yin) The attacker hangs and pulls the defender towards himself.

The execution of the Kata begins with the basic Kamae stance. The exit to Kamae already includes an element of focusing on the Central line; the legs and arms form a stable “Triangle” when entering the basic stance.

Kamae can be right-handed (Migi kamae) or left-handed (Hidari kamae). Kamae. Thus, on the foundation consisting of a strong basic Kamae stance and Kihon-Dosa Kihon movements, all further training in the numerous techniques of Yoshinkan Aiki-Do is built.

The presence of Kata Kihon-Dosa makes the Yoshinkan style more intense and requires greater physical endurance and, accordingly, the classes are more powerful in nature.

In Aikido Akikai the principle of the central line is not taught, there is no special basic Kata complex, classes are held in a relaxed mode without intense physical activity. Usually, after the warm-up, practice of techniques begins immediately.

Self-insurance

At Hombu Dojo Aikido Eshinkan, a group of teachers and trainers developed special methods of self-insurance in case of a fall (Ukemi).

Such methods allow beginners to gradually master more complex types of insurance (high) step by step, maximally protecting students from injury.

The principles and methods of teaching adults and children about proper insurance in Yesinkan are the same.

In Aikikai there is no specially designed self-belay adapted for beginners, which increases the likelihood of injury. In general, insurance in the Aikikai is a secret available only from a certain point.

Discipline in the gym

In the Yoshinkan halls, discipline is one of the fundamental principles; order in paired and group techniques allows you to dive deeper into the learning process and achieve a high level of concentration of consciousness.

Strict discipline at Yoshinkan helps maintain high level safety and minimize the risk of injury to athletes.

In the Aikikai halls, classes are held in a softer mode. For example, at Yoshinkan, students are strictly prohibited from talking during the process of practicing techniques and the lesson itself.

There are no such strict requirements in the Aikikai; students are allowed to talk during training. As a result, due to the lack of discipline in the study of martial arts, the level of training is sharply reduced.

Where to send the child

If you are choosing which aikido section to send your child to, the most best advice: attend a training session in Eshinkan and Akikai, sit on a bench and watch the progress of the training from start to finish.

All of the above will become obvious to you. Aikido is a martial art, and in order to master it you need not just to be able to use any techniques, but you also need to understand the philosophy, the principle of using the technique, and remember at the bodily level how it works.

Before sending your child to a section, it is important to understand the consequences of this step and take an active position in choosing a style and a coach.

Then the time and effort spent in classes will benefit him, and you will have confidence that the child will study without injury and will grow up to be a strong and self-confident person.