If you have ever seen footage of Aikido, you may have seen people dressed in quite unique clothing. You may be curious as to the style of dress and why it is worn. Generally, when people start off training in Aikido they wear a uniform similar to other Japanese martial arts. This is the suit … Continue reading Why Do They Wear In Aikido?
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Aikido’s History In Scotland
Interested in hearing about Aikido's history in Scotland? This article from Google's AI software is an interesting overview. I will share with others and see how accurate this is: Aikido, a Japanese martial art, was introduced to Scotland in the late 1950s and early 1960s, primarily through the efforts of Sensei Ken Williams. He became the National … Continue reading Aikido’s History In Scotland
Origins Of Aikido
History, in many respects, has unfolded on the battlefield. Nations and races have risen and fallen to ruin in the midst of struggles - battles waged in the name of justice and peace, but which instead gave birth to the notion of military might and conquest. In Japan, the Samurai or warrior class were the … Continue reading Origins Of Aikido
