Bristol Seishinkan Aikido Club (Clifton Aikido Club) practices traditional Aikido. Aikido is a Japanese martial art art involving some throws and joint locks that are derived from Jujitsu and some throws and other techniques derived from Kenjutsu.
What is Aikido?:-
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.
Typical Lesson:-
A relaxed atmosphere is adopted in order to facilitate the correct learning environment.
The class begins with a warm up, then basics are taught in order to focus the body and mind. This is followed by a progression of movements that may include the use of weapons.
Etiquette - respect for each other and safety is adhered to in order to prevent accidents and to keep the correct training atmosphere.
Bristol Seishinkan Aikido Club (Clifton Aikido Club) practices traditional Aikido. Aikido is a Japanese martial art art involving some throws and joint locks that are derived from Jujitsu and some throws and other techniques derived from Kenjutsu.
What is Aikido?:-
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.
Typical Lesson:-
A relaxed atmosphere is adopted in order to facilitate the correct learning environment.
The class begins with a warm up, then basics are taught in order to focus the body and mind. This is followed by a progression of movements that may include the use of weapons.
Etiquette - respect for each other and safety is adhered to in order to prevent accidents and to keep the correct training atmosphere.