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What is Aikido? |
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Aikido is a highly refined form of martial art founded by Morihei Ueshiba. It is derived mainly from Daitoryu Aiki-jujitsu with elements of the sword, spear & naginata. It differs from other traditional martial arts in the sense that it is not a fighting art. It is purely defensive and unique because the Aikido-ka overcomes an attack by blending / deflecting / using the attacker’s force to control the attacker. Aikido develops co-ordination of mind and body, a non-aggressive attitude and a belief that violence and aggression could be turned aside by harmony of spirit. |
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What is Aikido Yuishinkai? |
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Aikido Yuishinkai was founded by Master Koretoshi Maruyama. He was an uchideshi of the founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba. He was also the Chief Instructor at the Ki-Society. In 1991, he left the Ki-Society to undergo a 10-year retreat in a temple to further his training. In 2001, He returned from the temple and set up Aikido Yuishinkai, emphazing on the benefits of ‘positive mind’. It is a bridge between all aikido styles and embodies a spirit of compassion and love. It is ‘Aikido without boundaries’. |
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Is Aikido Yuishinkai a branch of Ki-Aikido? |
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No, Aikido Yuishinkai is not part of the Ki-Society. We are our own Aikido organization with branches all over the world. We have our own training syllabus and curriculum. |
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Can you tell me about Aikido Yuishinkai Singapore? |
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Aikido Yuishinkai Singapore was set up in September 2002. It is headed by Chief Instructor Frankie Chan Sensei. He reports directly to the International Chief Instructor, Michael Williams Sensei, 9th dan. |
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What does the word 'Shin' mean? |
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The word ‘Shin’ represents many things to the Japanese. It is the mind, the heart, the spirit. In Aikido Yuishinkai, ‘Shin’ represents the positive mind. Our Founder’s philosophy is that words have a power of their own. This was recognized in ancient Japan as ‘kotodama’. To speak a word is to encourage it to come true. Your life energy responds to sounds & thoughts as expressed in the spoken word. When you fill your daily life with positive words and thoughts, your life is filled with the power of Ki. Therefore, the ‘Shin’ is to remind us to always have positive thoughts in our minds. “I have faith in life, and life will respond in kind.” |
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What will we learn? |
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As a beginner, you will be introduced to exercises to help co-ordinate your body movements. We will also show you how to unify your mind & body and Aikido basics and techniques will be taught. At the intermediate level, you will be introduced to more Aikido techniques and exercises to polish your Aikido. You will also be taught breathing methods to develop your Ki. At the advanced level, you will learn more Aikido techniques, weapons, handling multiple attackers and breathing exercises. We also have meditation and katsugen undo (exercises to activate your body’s self-healing force). |
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How long is the course? |
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Aikido is a life-long learning process. How long really depends on yourself. Many people have been in Aikido for over 20 years and they are still practicing regularly. However, we do have a guideline where after a certain number of lessons, you will be graded. |
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Are there tests / gradings? |
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Yes, tests are called gradings in Aikido Yuishinkai. It is conducted to assess your proficiency so as to enable you to proceed to the next level of learning. |
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How do I join Aikido Yuishinkai Singapore? |
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You may contact us via mail, telephone or even drop us an email. |
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What equipment do I need? |
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You will need to have your own training attire (dogi with obi) with our club logo. As you will be introduced to weapons early in your training, you may wish to have your own set consisting of a bokken (wooden sword) and a jo (wooden staff). Student handbooks and training DVDs are also available. |
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How much will it cost? |
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The monthly fees vary depending on where you train. You may contact us for more detailed information. |
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