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Aikido is a defensive Japanese martial art practiced around the world. Students of aikido utilize throws, joint locks, and circular movements to neutralize an opponent's attack without direct...

Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that has been practiced since the early 20th century. Unlike many other martial arts, it emphasizes redirection and defensive movements over direct...

The Japanese martial art of aikido emphasizes self-defense by avoiding direct combat. It relies heavily on carefully coordinated movements, and its students are trained to use their opponent’s...

Aikido and judo are two popular martial arts that share many similarities. Both originated in Japan long ago and each places an emphasis on using an opponent's momentum to your advantage. However,...

Students at Aikido of Nebraska enjoy practicing community service as part of their curriculum. One way they do this is by holding safety training seminars for the public. These workshops can explore...

There are several paths one can take when it comes to personal growth. For instance, it’s common for martial arts to be used as a form of self-development. The discipline needed to learn a martial...

We practice many different aikido techniques, or Waza, in our dojo. Almost all of them require a partner to learn and perform correctly. While the martial art of aikido includes thousands of...

Several different types of martial arts have existed for thousands of years around the world. While Russia, Brazil, the Philippines, and African countries all have their own martial arts, many...

Learning the names of different aikido belts and equipment takes some time. At first glance, many of the terms can be confusing if you’re unfamiliar with the Japanese language. However, aikido...

Aikido training is a popular activity among children and adults of all ages. It allows students to learn life skills and self-awareness while taking part in a vibrant, supportive community. However,...