Our Chicago Dojo

The fundamental goal of Aikido is to unify the mind, body and spirit, through development of kokyu-ho (breath power), enabling the individual to harmonize his/her ki (energy) with the attacker's energy and effectively neutralizing the attack.    

Aikido is a traditional Japanese Martial Art. It is a highly effective form of self-defense that does not require great size or strength to perform effectively because the attacker's own force is used against them.

Classes begin with jumbi taiso (warm-up exercises).  Techniques covered during each class vary widely - some classes cover exercises for the fundamental (core) principles of Aikido, others may focus on techniques with a specific weapon.  

Training includes the following: 

• Taijutsu (Empty-hand technique)

• Kenjutsu (Sword technique)

• Jodo (Jo technique)

• Tanto Waza (Knife Defense)

• Gun Defense

• Knife Throwing

• Kokyu-ho (Breath power development)

• Ki development

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For more information please contact us:

Telephone: 773-368-6862

Email: americanaikidochicago@comcast.net

Samurai Dojo / ATC of Wilmette, 1211 Washington Avenue, Wilmette, Illinois 60091

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