Connecticut Ki Aikido

Aikido was created in the early twentieth century by Morihei
Ueshiba (known as O’Sensei, or “Great Teacher”). The essence
of all Aikido techniques is spherical motion around a stable,
energized center, and concepts that are central to its practice
include balance, harmony, rhythm, timing and Ki development—
that is the cultivation of one’s life force.

Techniques can range from the spectacular no-touch or breath
throws that might send an attacker flying through the air, to
small, precise movements that immobilize an attacker through
joint manipulation. No matter the technique, however, all utilize
and seek to blend the natural movements of the Aikido
practitioner with those of an attacker--thus minimizing the
physical effort needed for the Aikido practitioner to deal with
the attack.

Shinshin Toitsu Aikido (literally “Aikido with Mind and Body
Unified, but commonly known as “Ki Aikido”) was created by
Tohei Sensei, 10th degree black belt and Chief Instructor under
O’Sensei. Tohei Sensei developed a teaching system that
taught Ki principles to all students, which he felt would make
their Aikido techniques stronger, and also allow them to use Ki
development in everyday life.