Aikido

Aikido is a modern, non-violent Japanese martial art that was developed earlier this century by the late master Professor Morihei Ueshiba.

Aikido is effective as a martial art but its essence goes beyond the resolution of physical conflict. Based on a background of rigorous training in traditional Japanese jujitsu, Professor Ueshiba spent the latter half of his life developing the art as a means of refining and uplifting human spirit. He succeeded in creating what he then named 'Aikido', 'the Way of Harmony with the Forces and Principles of Nature'.

Aikido is a true 'budo', path in which the keen edge of martial training is utilised as a 'Way' to spiritual growth. Source: www.aikido.org.au

To teach at a PCYC in NSW aikido instructors must have as a minimum level of qualifications a current National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS) Level 1 Martial Arts.

The NCAS is administered by the Australian Sports Commission, and the Level 1 Martial Arts course is delivered in NSW by the Martial Arts Industry Association (MAIA).