Aikido instruction for children and adults
Portsmouth Aikido has been in continuous operation since 1995, offering instruction for adults and children ages 5 and up.
Aikido, translated as "The Way of Harmony," was created by Morihei Ueshiba in the mid 20th century. Aikido is a defensive art based on the principle of non-resistance. Rather than meeting violence with reciprocal violence, the aikidoka (practitioner) learns to blend with and neutralize the power of the attack by unbalancing the attacker and safely redirecting his energy.
Portsmouth aikido offers 6-week adult beginners courses throughout the year. These courses provide students the foundational skills needed to continue in the general classes while providing a general introduction to the art.
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