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Aikido is a
non-violent, non competitive Japanese martial art. Its principles
are based on non-resistance and harmonious movement. Aikido is an
ideal art for young people because its philosophy is
non-confrontational and the techniques are designed to be executed
without injury to the attacker. Practice fosters a calm and centered
attitude toward handling conflict. Martial arts training will
increase children's coordination and self confidence.
 As
contrasted with the striking martial arts such as Karate, Tae Kwan
Do, and Kung Fu, Aikido techniques largely focus on control of an
attacker's movements. Unlike Judo or Wrestling, Aikido is not a
sport martial art and has no competition. Since Aikido techniques
rely primarily on blending with force rather than opposing it the
attacks are neutralized using circular movements and are designed to
be effective without being destructive. Emphasis is on controlling
an attack rather than resisting it.
My teen-aged son is in his sixth year at the
dojo. With each year,
my appreciation grows for the art of aikido, and
also for your
presence as teachers.
The older my son gets, the more
contrasts I see between aikido and
other choices he could make.
Also, I see how what he learns in the
dojo applies outside the dojo.
Aikido - the way of peace - is what
we, as parents, want for our son
and other young people.
Your dojo is exactly the kind of environment
that parents hope to find for their young people.
We know that none
of it happens by accident.
We do not take it for granted.
Thank you.
Comments from a parent
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