Aikido of Alabama
Martial Arts with Meaning
Traditional Aikido Classes
Aikido can be best translated as “The Way of Harmony”
Founded by Ueshiba Morihei, referred to as O’Sensei, Aikido developed as a pure form of Budo (Martial Way). Drawing upon aspects of many ancient Japanese disciplines, Aikido is a highly refined Martial Art that strengthens the individual practitioner and improves both physical and mental abilities.
The powerful techniques of Aikido are based in self-awareness and control of one’s fear and adrenaline in a confrontation. By learning to perceive and act in a fashion dictated by the true nature of a given situation, the techniques of Aikido can be applied against an attack from a larger and stronger opponent with great effectiveness. Without this ability, one can only react, which may lead to unnecessary escalation of conflict.
About Aikido of Alabama
Christina Taylor, Sensei is the Dojo-Cho (Chief Instructor) at Aikido of Alabama, in Huntsville, AL. Taylor Sensei holds the rank of Sandan (3rd Degree Black Belt). Taylor Sensei began her study in Stratford, New Jersey in 1989 under the direction of R. Crane, Sensei & K. Crane, Sensei, NanaDan (7th Degree Black Belts) & Dojo-Cho of Aikido Agatsu Dojos & Authors of ‘Aikido In Training’ Book & Instructional DVD Series.
Taylor Sensei started her Aikido practice along with her mother, Sandra Taylor who holds the rank of Nidan (2nd Degree Black Belt) and has served as Assistant Instructor at Aikido of Alabama since it was founded in 2007.
Taylor Sensei notes the profound, positive effect Aikido has had in her life, as well as her deep personal gratitude to Crane Sensei for helping to direct her on a path of bringing O’Sensei’s art to others in Huntsville, AL. The instructors & students of Aikido of Alabama also hold the highest respect and gratitude for the instruction and dedication of Crane Sensei and their continued support and guidance.
Taking Classes at Aikido of Alabama
Classes at Aikido of Alabama are open to men, women, and teens. All classes begin with stretching and movement exercises that develop balance, focus, situational awareness, centering, and relaxation. Students will also be introduced to the fundamentals of Aiki-Ken & Aiki-Jo (wooden sword & staff) that, along with empty-handed self-defense technique practice, form the Pillars of the Art as taught by O’Sensei.
Aikido classes in the Huntsville, AL area are currently held on Thursday (6:30pm to 8:00pm) in addition to other days/times as scheduled, at Central Presbyterian Church ‘Cooper House’, located at 405 Randolph St, Huntsville, AL.
No equipment or uniforms are required to start.
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