Traditional Aikido Classes
Huntsville, AL
About Aikido
Aikido is the sole creation of the Founder Ueshiba Morihei, referred to as O’Sensei.
Aikido developed as a pure form of Budo (Martial Way). Drawing upon aspects of many ancient Japanese disciplines, Aikido is a highly refined Martial Art that strengthens the individual practitioner in Mind, Body, and Spirit.
Founder of Aikido
O’Sensei believed Aikido to be not only a way to effect positive control of violent encounters, but also a path for the development of the whole self, a true Budo.
Aikido can be best translated as “The Way of Harmony”. The powerful techniques of Aikido are based in self-awareness and control of one’s fear and adrenaline in a confrontation. By learning to perceive and act in a fashion dictated by the true nature of a given situation, the techniques of Aikido can be applied against an attack from a larger and stronger opponent with great effectiveness. Without this ability, one can only react, which may lead to unnecessary escalation of conflict.
The present Aikido Doshu (Master of the Way of Aikido) is Ueshiba Moriteru the grandson of the Founder and son of the second Doshu, Ueshiba Kisshomaru. The Aikido Doshu heads the Aikido World Headquarters, Hombu Dojo, and the Aikikai Foundation, Tokyo Japan. The efforts and the direction of the Doshu and the Hombu have made it possible for Aikido to be taught in over 140 countries and regions worldwide.
About the Instructors at
Aikido of Alabama
Taylor Sensei, Dojo-Cho (Chief Instructor) at Aikido of Alabama in Huntsville, AL, began her Aikido practice along with her mother, Sandra who currently holds the rank of 2nd Dan and has served as the Assistant Instructor since Aikido of Alabama was founded in 2007.
Taylor Sensei earned the rank of 3rd Dan under the direct instruction of R. & K. Crane Sensei, Dojo-Cho of Aikido Agatsu Dojos & authors of ‘Aikido In Training’ Book /DVD Series.
Taylor Sensei notes the profound, positive effect Aikido has had in her life, as well as her deep personal gratitude to Crane Sensei for helping her direct her on a path of bringing O’Sensei’s Art to others in the Huntsville area. The Instructors & students of Aikido of Alabama hold the highest respect and gratitude for the instruction and dedication of Crane Sensei along with their ongoing support and guidance.
About Classes at Aikido of Alabama
Classes at Aikido of Alabama are open to men, women, and teens. Class begins with stretching and movement exercises that teach focus, centering, and situational awareness that promotes relaxation, improves balance, and develops reflexive movement for effective redirection of force. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of Aiki-Ken & Aiki-Jo (wooden sword & staff) that, along with empty-handed self-defense technique practice, form the Pillars of the Art as developed by O’Sensei.
Aikido classes in the Huntsville, AL area are currently held on Thursday (6:30pm to 8:00pm) in addition to other days/times as scheduled, at Central Presbyterian Church ‘Cooper House’, located at 405 Randolph St, Huntsville, AL.
No equipment or uniforms are required to start.
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About Aikido Agatsu Remei
Aikido of Alabama, founded in 2007, and its Chief Instructor, C. Taylor Sensei SanDan Aikikai. are members of Aikido Agatsu Remei. Aikido Agatsu Remei is a group of Aikido Dojos and Clubs that regularly offer classes in Southern New Jersey, Nebraska, Alabama, Florida, and Israel. Aikido Agatsu Remei is in full support of Aikido World Headquarters, Aikido Doshu, and the propagation of Traditional Aikido.
R. Crane and K. Crane Sensei currently hold the level of NanaDan Aikikai (7th Degree Black Belt) issued and presented in Japan directly by Aikido Doshu Ueshiba Moriteru, at Aikido World Headquarters, Hombu Dojo, Tokyo, Japan in 2016. Crane Sensei are the Chief and Resident Instructors of Aikido Agatsu Dojos; together having founded the Dojo in 1976. Aikido Agatsu Dojos is the Headquarters of Aikido Agatsu Remei. R. Crane Sensei serves as the current President/Director of Aikido Agatsu Remei, which certifies all of its Dan ranking directly through the Aikido Doshu, Aikido World Headquarters, Hombu Dojo, Japan.
Taylor Sensei is a direct student of Crane Sensei and Aikido Agatsu Dojos.
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