Aikido
Aikido (合気道): This term is composed of three kanji:
· Ai (合): Meaning "harmony" or "union," this kanji highlights the importance of the harmonious connection between the body and energy, as well as with the opponent.
· Ki (気): Translated as "energy" or "spirit," this kanji refers to the vital energy flowing through the body, used in practice to achieve control and harmonization in combat.
· Do (道) : means "the way" or "the path."
Aikido - 合気道, "the way of harmony with energy" - is a Japanese martial art created by Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969) between the 1930s and 1960s, after studying various martial arts schools and Japanese religions.
From its inception to what we know today as Aikido, it has undergone changes in its name, technical influences, strategic approaches, and philosophical teachings. Students who learned from Ueshiba at different points in time during this natural development acquired a core technical-tactical, strategic, and philosophical knowledge. However, each also incorporated their own perspective, training in other martial arts or sports, and varying degrees of martial and philosophical orientation. Therefore, it is important to recognize the different teaching styles that led to the various names, methods, and schools of Aikido.
Yoseikan Aikido
"Yoseikan Aikido " or " Yoseikan Budo Aikido" (養正館合気) is a Japanese term composed of the word Yoseikan (養正館): This term refers to the martial arts school named "Yoseikan," founded by the Japanese master Minoru Mochizuki (1907 - 2003). The name emphasizes the importance of tradition in the teaching of this style of Aikido, with a focus on preserving the fundamental principles of "Aiki" in the form created within this school.
It can be translated as 'The school of correct training' or 'The school of the proper way,' reflecting its commitment to teaching martial arts with a focus on discipline, tradition, and the preservation of the true essence of Aiki, as well as its goal of teaching not only technical skills but also the values of rectitude, discipline, and morality in the path of Budo.
We teach the Yoseikan style of Aikido that was introduced in France in the 1950s under the name Aikido Jujutsu by the Japanese master Minoru Mochizuki, who was a student of Judo-Jujutsu masters Jigoro Kano, Kyuzo Mifune and Toku Sampo, as well as of Morihei Ueshiba in Daito Ryu Jujutsu - Aikibujutsu.
This style of Aikido incorporates elements of Morihei Ueshiba's pre-war Aikibudo, along with aspects from many other martial arts: Judo, Aikijujutsu, Karate, Nihon Jujutsu, Kenjutsu, Katori Shinto ryu, Gyokushin ryu Jujutsu, Iaijutsu, etc.
The successful spread of this style in Europe is largely due to the efforts of Minoru Mochizuki’s son, Hiroo Mochizuki (1936), who became the current heir and contributed his own modern qualities to this rich tradition with the creation of modern Yoseikan Budo. Additionally, the crucial contribution of French-Tunisian origin Jim Alcheick (1931-1962) cannot be overlooked. His pivotal role in the expansion of the style is demonstrated by the founding of the French Federation of Aikido, Taijutsu, and Kendo (Yoseikan) in 1958, where he served as technical director and treasurer, playing key roles in its development. Thus, the rich history and influence of these masters have left a lasting mark on martial arts practice in Europe.
Since 1995, this method has been taught to the members of the Seibukan Martial Arts School - International Seibukan Budo Federation (SBIF).
Seibukan Department of Yoseikan Aiki
Over time, various instructors have used synonymous terms such as Aikido, Aikijujutsu, Aikibudo, Aikido Jujutsu, and others to refer to the practice of a single "Aiki" style. While each term has its own peculiarities, they all share common technical characteristics with the Yoseikan Aikido (or Yoseikan Budo Aikido) style, created by the masters Minoru Mochizuki and his son, Hiroo Mochizuki.
The Seibukan Budo [SBIF] recognizes various martial arts schools that practice the original Yoseikan Aiki created by the masters Minoru Mochizuki and his son, Hiroo Mochizuki. This structure gives instructors the freedom to operate within an international organization like SBIF, thereby promoting diversity and continuous enrichment in the practice and teaching of Mochizuki Minoru master.
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