Like many of the martial arts, aikido combines sport with philosophy, flowing movement with discipline. Non-competitive technique to harmonize chi (qi) with that of a partner or opponent in order to achieve both physical and emotional mastery. Combines many of the fluid, dance-like movements of t’ai chi along with more subtle, stylized techniques. Introduced in Japan in the 1920s by Morihei Uyeshiba.

Classes are both group and individual. Training to become a teacher varies with individuals, depending on the teacher-disciple relationship.