Daito ryu aikijujutsu is a traditional form of jujutsu ( japanese unarmed self defence) that utilises the body in a highly sophisticated, efficent way.
Its training method helps to connect neural pathways to the body in such a way that mind and body become deeply integrated. This integration is one aspect of the Japanese term “aiki”. Historically, practicioners who have developed aiki- such as Kodo Horikawa, Sokaku Takeda, Yukiyoshi Sagawa, Okamoto Seigo, Morihei Ueshiba along with many others- have enjoyed great vitality well into advanced age. This aspect of training made made the ‘aiki no jutsu’ training methods of Daito ryu highly sought after.
This is the type of training is our focus and speciality.
Unfortunately, many people purporting to teach authentic Asian bodywork traditions put far too much emphasis on physical muscle power and athletic style work outs. This leads to short term results but can also lead to long term chronic injury.
Our practice is practical and concrete. We do not use new age buzz words such as mindfulness or chakras etc . Rather than merely talk about vague concepts like this we actually cultivate a truly integrated body that one can develop over a lifetime. This aspect of “lifetime cultivation” is sorely needed by moderns with excessively sedentary lifestyles and lengthening lifespans.
If you are interested in training, please contact us before attending a class. Please state your training history in budo/martial arts (if any). You can try out one class for free.
Training Times:
Friday 18.00-19.30- Members only
Sunday 10.00- 12 noon
Address: Niya Yoga Studio, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny
Dublin Study group
Location: The Web Project, Taylor’s Lane, Ballyboden
Training Times:
Monday 18.30-20.00
Contact: john.kennedy1@gmail.com