Ki-Aikido Class Overview
Classes include Warm-ups, Using Ki, Falling Safely, and Practicing Self-Defense
Warm-ups
“Relax completely… extend Ki”
- Loosen up every joint in the body.
- Promote balance, grace, and correct posture.
- Practice healthful, low-impact movement.
Using Ki – Living Energy
“When we unify mind, body [and Ki], we can use the great power that is naturally ours.”
- Learn to use the power of Ki.
- Practice Ki meditations and Ki breathing.
- Learn to focus the mind and act with confidence.
Rolling and Falling Safely
“Like the eye of the typhoon which is always peaceful…”
- Learn step-by-step to roll and fall safely.
- Rolling promotes flexibility and core strength.
- Falling safely in the dojo translates to greater safety in sports and everyday activities.
Practice Positive Self-Defense
“The true way to success is non-dissension, and that is the way to peace.”
- Ki-Aikido is non-violent self-defense.
- Use Ki-Aikido for personal safety and awareness.
- Learn to act positively instead of reacting with fear.
Quotations are from Ki Sayings by Koichi Tohei