Asian
Martial
Arts of
Medina
3267 Pearl Rd
Medina, Ohio 44256
330-721-9695
AIKIDO “The way of Peace and Harmony”
Aikido is a martial art founded by Morihei Ueshiba (O Sensei). Aikido teaches the peaceful, non-violent resolution of conflict by combining various self-defense techniques based on the traditional Japanese sword, spear, daito-ryu aiki-jujitsu and other martial arts. From the first moment of practice, the emphasis is on the integration of mind, body and spirit. Since strength is not an essential element of Aikido, muscles and bodybuilding are not necessary. Consequently, it is an ideal martial art for men, women and children of all ages and physical abilities.
Aikido is performed by blending with the motion of the attacker and redirecting the force of the attack rather than opposing it head-on. This requires very little physical energy, as the aikidōka (aikido practitioner) "leads" the attacker's momentum using entering and turning movements. The techniques are completed with various throws or joint locks. Aikido can be categorized under the general umbrella of grappling arts.
The Aikido program at Asian Martial Arts is affiliated with Cleveland Aikikai which is directly linked to the world headquarters in Japan (Hombu Dojo). Cleveland Aikikai is a part of the national organization – Aikido Schools of Ueshiba (ASU).
The ASU organization was founded by Mitsugi Saotome Shihan. Master Saotome has devoted his entire adult life to the study and teaching of Aikido. He began as a special apprentice to O Sensei in 1955 and continued for 15 years until the founder's death in April of 1969.
In 1975 Master Saotome decided to leave his highly respected position as a senior instructor at World Aikido Headquarters in Tokyo to come to the United States. When asked about his decision to leave the home of his birth he responded: "The eyes of the world are on the United States. This country is a great experiment; a melting pot of people from many different cultural backgrounds living together, the world condensed into one nation. The goal of Aikido and O Sensei's dream is that all the peoples of the world live together as one family, in harmony with each other and their environment. The United States has the opportunity to set a great example."
Instructor: Sensei Joe Timpone
Sensei Timpone began his formal practice of Aikido in 1995. Since then he has studied Aikido under Jim Klar Sensei (Cleveland Aikikai). Currently, Sensei Timpone instructs at the Cleveland Dojo and at Oberlin College – a club extension of Cleveland Aikikai. Sensei Timpone has lived in Medina since 1997 with his wife and his two daughters.
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F.A.Q.
Who can participate in Aikido?
Just about anyone can:
Children ages 8-14
Adults
Do you need to be physically fit?
No, but you must be able to roll and get back up
repeatedly.
What equipment do I need to
purchase to participate?
Nothing in the beginning, you may wear loose fitting
clothing. When you feel comfortable, you may purchase a Gi “uniform-white”
($30.00) and later a hakama ($75.00)
How often are the classes held?
4 times per week. Each class is about 2 hours.
What is the cost for attending
these classes?
$95.00 per month
If you are interested in trying out our Aikido program or
obtaining our current class schedule you can either call Sensi Jeff
Burlingame at 330-721-9696 or email him at
jb@asianma.com