Aikido is a Japanese martial art developed by Morihei Ueshiba, involving some throws and joint locks that are derived from jiu-jitsu and some throws and other techniques derived from kenjutsu (sword).

Aikido focuses not on punching or kicking opponents, but on using their own energy to gain control of them or to throw them away from you. In many respects it is the art of “Getting out of the way.”

Aikido is a very beautiful martial art to watch and to practice because it includes many graceful movements. However, it is also an effective fighting system that can quickly defeat even the most aggressive attackers. It forms the basis of police self defence and arrest systems in several countries including our own.

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Manchester and District Aikikai practice traditional Aikido.