The Classification of Aikido

There are many classification that divide martial arts into different types, as each of them have its unique specialities. Besides all martial art, Aikido is a different kind of martial art, combination of different ancient martial arts. So what is the type of martial art that Aikido is ?

The answer is Therapeutic. Therapeutic is defined as restoration of health, both physically and mentally. This is quite contradicting because all martial arts are supposed to be therapeutic and able to improve health. Well, Of all martial art, Aikido is the art that focus mostly of improving mental health. The cultivation of the body and mind

The Purpose of Aikido is to resolve conflicts and help to unify humanity. The word 'Ai' refers to harmony. Being one with the universe and the surrounding.

Cultivation of the Mind: Alertness, preparedness, ability to blend and react, Calmness before threatening events.

Cutivation of the Body: Evading, Agility, Strength, Liveness

IRIMI NAGE

Irimi Nage, also known as entering throw, is one of most important and basic techniques in Aikido. It is the technique that elaborate the circular movement, showing the harmony of both the defender and attacker, thus it is the movement of nature. But in other martial art, the techniques of Irimi Nage is known as a neck choking or strangling techniques.

Irimi nage is done through turining and finished with a arm hit to the opponent's neck. If locked, it will suffocate a person, thus immobilize their movement of attack. In real life application, it is easier to turn to the back of the opponent and suffocate the person by the neck. Therefore, Irimi Nage is an effective technique. In Randori or sparring, Irimi Nage comes in handy.