AIKIDO Trial in Croydon

This is an Aikido trial session in Croydon. What is Aiki-do?
The spirit of Aikido, as expressed in the word aiki,
lies in the attitude of living together in harmony
without conflict. Aikido is not merely a martial art for
fighting, but a path to protect both oneself and others,
and to build peace. For this reason, Aikido emphasizes
not clashing with force, but accepting and redirecting
the opponent’s energy to create harmony. Through
training, practitioners cultivate both body and mind,
nurture a spirit of respect, and value mutual growth
over victory or defeat. This spirit extends beyond the
dojo into everyday life, fostering the ability to respond
flexibly in the face of difficulties, to seek harmony in
human relationships, and to achieve inner stability
through proper posture and breathing.