Aikido

[Sign]

Once I drop some weight and get back my lost mobility etc. I was considering taking Aikido. I had considered several years ago and like everything else it got pushed to the side. I was just wondering if anyone else has taken it or knows much about it.

[kuri]

I joined an Aikido dojo for a summer in Colorado but don't know all that much.

I'm sure there are alot of sites and forums dealing specifically with the art and you could probably have anything you want to know answered.

[David.W]

I studied 2 different styles of Aikido, Shin shin toitsu which is very soft and less destructive, yet still very powerful, and the main system practiced worldwide sometimes referred to as Hombu (headquarters). The latter is very dynamic and can be demanding physicaly, but its just amazing to watch and take part in. I eventually stopped due to a shoulder injury and a chance to pursue kendo more seriously.

Youll love it, but it takes years, it really is a lifetime of study.