Aikido At Palace Of Arts, Bellahouston Park, Glasgow

Would You Like To Learn A Martial Art?

Come Along To A Brand New Aikido Class At Palace Of Art, Glasgow.

This will take place at 7.30pm every Monday and all are welcome.

Classes will be run every Monday night by Sensei Ronnie Smith, 3rd Dan.

• Are you looking to meet new people, have fun, get fitter and learn some effective self defence skills all at the same time?

• Would you love to feel the unique confidence on the street you get from martial arts training?

• Would you like to learn how to avoid injury if you fall?

• Have you tried other martial arts in the past but not found one that suits you?

• Are you looking for a martial art that has a deeply rooted philosophy of non-violence?

• Are you curious about the mystical "Ki" or "chi" power that some martial arts masters claim to have? Would you like to experience the reality of developing your Ki?

• Would you like to learn some strategies for defending yourself against multiple attackers and attacks from weapons?

- Would you like to learn breath control and meditation techniques?

- Would you like to develop your centre and connect with your inner power?

Aikido may be for you!

Aikido is a Japanese martial art developed in the 20th century by legendary master Morihei Ueshiba. The name translates to English as "the way of harmonising with Ki".

"Ki" is a difficult word to translate to English which some say could be loosely defined as a mystical "universal energy" or "life force" while others see it as a perfect combination of focus, intention and timing.

A brand new Aikido class has started at Palace Of Art, 1121 Paisley Rd W, Bellahouston, Glasgow G52 1EQ.

Why Learn Aikido?

Aikido is a martial art that emphasises the concept of blending with or using the attackers energy against them.

Some also suggest that AIkido is about learning to defend yourself while not harming the attacker. In reality, this may be hard to achieve but is an intention behind the practise.

Aikido consists or controlling, pinning and throwing techniques as well as techniques for defence against weapons such as the sword and staff. Training does not require a high degree of fitness or flexibility and no previous experience is required.

The syllabus also includes the teaching of the principles of "Ki": a Japanese term that translates roughly to "universal energy" or "life force". On the Aikido mat this can translate to being completely relaxed and moving with the focus and power of the mind to create flowing and dynamic techniques.

What To Do Next?

Please come along to our class which takes place at 8.30pm on Monday nights at Palace Of Art, Bellahouston, Glasgow.

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