What was the purpose of Aikido?

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Unlike other martial arts, aikido's goal is to end conflict non-violently by "matching the opponent's force", to deflect strikes rather than overpower one's adversary.

Aikido is essentially aimed at self-defence; there are no winners or losers, and no competitions are held.

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Aikideshi also use practice weapons and focus on disarming armed attackers.

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Is Aikido suitable for seniors?

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Aikido can be practiced by seniors due to its gentle, non-aggressive focus on standing movements, balance, and self-awareness rather than physical power, offering benefits like increased confidence, improved posture and flexibility, stronger mental focus, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Our well-trained instructors can adapt the training for senior practitioners, focusing on breathing, posture, relaxation, modified self-defense skills, and even offering "no fall" or specialized classes. 

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Our Instructors

 

Céline and Étienne, met on the tatami and follow the same technical lineage in northern France. Céline has been practicing aikido for 12 years and Étienne for 7 years, mainly with Jean-Philippe Wahl (5th dan) and Jean-Pierre Pigeau (7th dan, also 6th dan Aikikai, Tokyo), who are themselves direct students of Nobuyoshi Tamura—a direct disciple of the founder Ō-Sensei Morihei Ueshiba and a major figure in the establishment of aikido in France.

 

They pass on this lineage in each class, with clear fundamentals, safe practice, and mutual respect. Both instructors at the dojo are 1st and 2nd dan black belts (and both 1st dan Aikikai) and continue their technical research by participating in advanced training courses in France every year.

 

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