Over the years I’ve heard the statement made that Aikido is “without form”. I believe that this is a result of both misinterpretation of O-Sensei’s views and misunderstanding of Aikido pedagogy. My views are distinctly influenced by my Iwama Style background, but I think O-Sensei left quite a bit of evidence behind indicating that while HIS Aikido was without form, the path to getting to “Aikido without form” is not devoid of intense focus on form.
Tag Archives: Colorado Springs Aikido
Our 4th Anniversary!
Our Dojo is Celebrating it’s 4th Anniversary! We consider ourselves lucky to be part of a large and vibrant global community of Aikidoka. We’re looking forward to continuing to build a strong Aikido community along the Front Range.
The Dojo as a Sacred Place
A short essay, authored by Kazuo Chiba Shihan, on the purpose and meaning of a Dojo.
In-Person Aikido Practice… Gettin’ Back To It…
We’re planning on re-opening the Dojo for in-person Aikido practice on Monday April 26th 2021. We’re finally seeing what appears to be a light at the end of the tunnel …
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Aikido is a Martial Art…
There are some commonly held, and evolving, misconceptions about Aikido, some of which are held by Aikido practitioners. The Aikido of Morihei Ueshiba O-Sensei is a martial art. It’s not a “health system” or a form of “dance”. This post discusses these misconceptions.
A Colorado Springs Aikido Dojo Adapting to COVID-19…
We’re taking steps to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our dojo is well placed to survive the next months of uncertainty. In the meantime… Free online classes!