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‘In Aikido we never attack. An attack is proof that one is out of
control. Never run away from any kind of challenge, but do not try to
suppress or control an opponent unnaturally. Let attackers come any way
they like and then blend with them. Never chase after an opponent.
Redirect each attack and get firmly behind it.’
Morihei Ueshiba, OSensei, the Founder of Aikido
Dear Wanderer,
Welcome to the Hikari No Aikido Dojo website. 'Hikari No' means 'To the Light' in Japanese, so our dojo's name translates as 'Aikido Dojo of the Light'. In keeping with our name, we strive to practise in a relaxed and cheerful way, giving each other positive support. Although our training sessions are primarily conducted in Hungarian, our practitioners and Sensei also speak English, so you are welcome to join us for training in English.
We offer beginner and advanced training sessions for adults and children in the 7th district of Budapest at 59 Nefelecs Street. The entrance is from Peterdy Street.
For more information, please contact Tamás Markos (2nd dan), our aikido instructor, at hikarinoaikido@gmail.com or Vira his right-hand (wo)man (+36) 70 287 3350.
We hope to see you soon! We wish you all the best on your journey!
Welcome to the Hikari No Aikido Dojo website. 'Hikari No' means 'To the Light' in Japanese, so our dojo's name translates as 'Aikido Dojo of the Light'. In keeping with our name, we strive to practise in a relaxed and cheerful way, giving each other positive support. Although our training sessions are primarily conducted in Hungarian, our practitioners and Sensei also speak English, so you are welcome to join us for training in English.
We offer beginner and advanced training sessions for adults and children in the 7th district of Budapest at 59 Nefelecs Street. The entrance is from Peterdy Street.
For more information, please contact Tamás Markos (2nd dan), our aikido instructor, at hikarinoaikido@gmail.com or Vira his right-hand (wo)man (+36) 70 287 3350.
We hope to see you soon! We wish you all the best on your journey!
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A few sentences on the essence of AIKIDO
Aikido is a true budo — a martial art developed from Japan's historical military traditions by Morihei Ueshiba, the founder of the aikido. Known as the most spiritual of the Japanese martial arts, aikido is more than just tactics and self-defence; it is a way of perfecting the soul and mind. Its practical techniques are based on refined movement and the ability to sense and drain an opponent's power and turn it back on them. According to the founder, aikido is a way to overcome internal conflicts and create peace in the universe. Aikido techniques are used only for defence and to restore harmony; therefore, there are no aikido competitions. Aikido is the way of the 'peaceful warrior'.
The word aikido is made up of three ideograms:
The word aikido is made up of three ideograms:
AI stands for unity, unifying action, union and harmony.
KI stands for the universal energy that pervades the universe;
DO is usually translated as 'path', 'way' or 'task in the service of humanity'.
The most well-known translation of aikido is "the path of union with the energy of the universe".
The most well-known translation of aikido is "the path of union with the energy of the universe".
A short sitting meditation, known as 'mokuso', is an important part of the practice. The first Japanese kanji character is 'MOKU', meaning silence or stillness, and the second is 'SO', meaning thought or focus. It can be translated as 'quieting the thoughts'.
To practise mokuso, sit in seiza, on your heels with your back straight. To achieve this, tilt your hips slightly forward. Gently push your chin down and into your neck, stretching the top of your head towards the sky. Place the back of your left hand in the palm of your right hand and bring the two thumbs together. Your posture should be straight, comfortable and balanced. Relax completely, letting go of all tension and thoughts, and concentrate only on your breathing.
On average, the meditation period before a class usually takes 2–3 minutes. At home, you can practise for longer, so long as it is pain- and numbness-free.
To practise mokuso, sit in seiza, on your heels with your back straight. To achieve this, tilt your hips slightly forward. Gently push your chin down and into your neck, stretching the top of your head towards the sky. Place the back of your left hand in the palm of your right hand and bring the two thumbs together. Your posture should be straight, comfortable and balanced. Relax completely, letting go of all tension and thoughts, and concentrate only on your breathing.
On average, the meditation period before a class usually takes 2–3 minutes. At home, you can practise for longer, so long as it is pain- and numbness-free.
