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Here are some of the most common questions we receive from newcomers to the martial art of Aikido. If you do not find a suitable answer to your question please try contacting an instructor in your area, reading through our discussion forums or filling out the suggestion form.
 
What does Aikido mean?
What type of martial art is Aikido?
 
 
 
 
What does Aikido mean?
The Japanese word Aikido can be broken down into three parts: "Ai" (pronounced "eye") means in Harmony or Union with; "Ki" (pronounced "key") means the Spirit or Universal power; and "Do" (pronounced "dough") means the Way or Path. So Aikido means "The Way in Harmony with the Spirit."
What type of martial art is Aikido?
Aikido is not easily explained. It is different from other martial arts and yet it incorporates the basic elements of many martial arts. Aikido focuses not on punching or kicking opponents, but rather on using their own energy to gain control of them or to throw them away from you. It is not a static art, but places great emphasis on motion and the dynamics of movement.
 
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