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AIKIDO
The founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba 1883 - 1969
Aikido developed the art in the early 1900's after experiencing a moment of spiritual enlightenment. The physical side of Aikido involves throwing, joint manipulation and special weaponry training. Aikido does not focus on striking of one's opponent, but on using their energy to gain control. Aikido places its greatest emphasis on the motion and dynamics of movement and the control of one's Ki (energy or spirit within the body). Aikido itself has many different styles and many of those styles consider themselves to be a non-competitive art.
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