The martial art of Aikido is special amongst other disciplines: it encourages relaxing behaviour and ensures that this, rather than strength or speed, will win the day. Harnessing the virtue of serenity and relaxation from everyday life and using it in physical engagement is the key philosophy behind Aikido.
Developed between 1920 and 1960 by Morihei Eushiba in Japan, Aikido is a prime example of a 'modern day' martial art; its practise relies more on the attitude and philosophy of its students than the learning of techniques or development of strength. The philosophy has its foundations in Eushiba's background in the Omoto-kyo religion - a modern Japanese offshoot of Shintoism. While Aikido is not touted as a religious martial art, it is important to understand its origins among pacifist religious followers who embraced peace and shunned violence and war. Aikido is often referred to as the 'Art of Peace' -- perhaps a reverse reference to the often cited and widely known 'Art of War' by Shun Tzu.
Upon reaching his heightened state of relaxed consciousness, the Aikido student is able to perform the difficult grips, locks and throws required by the Martial Art. The concept and theory is that energy is not wasted on aggression or unnecessary force, and that all available resources will be used to their full extent, and totally to the practitioner's benefit.
Aikido, and the practice of Aikido, in modern society is more about the discipline and psychological benefits brought by relaxation and self-confidence, than it is about mastering techniques with which to disable an enemy. This is not to its detriment, however, and it cannot be argued that Aikido is an excellent choice for anyone wishing to take up a martial art.
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