I’ve trained with a Black Belt in Aikido, but I’ve also done Tai Chi for a few years. And while both have a peaceful and spiritual component, they are also very different. Let’s compare Aikido vs. Tai Chi. Both Tai Chi and Aikido are soft martial arts. But Aikido, with joint locks and throws, is … Read more
Since almost everything seems to have hidden costs or extras we don’t know about until we’re committed, it’s not uncommon to wonder about the total cost of martial arts classes including registration, uniform, and more. So how much are Aikido classes? Here’s what I know from running a martial arts school for 7 years: The … Read more
Some martial arts are about fighting, while others seem more spiritual or peaceful. Aikido has powerful movements but is focused on harmony, so what is the philosophy of Aikido? Here’s what I discovered: Aikido’s philosophy is about attuning oneself to the universe, eliminating aggression, and living in harmony with everything around us. Ultimately it is … Read more
Comparing one martial art to another helps us choose which ones best fit us. But it can also be really hard to know the difference if you are new to martial arts. So let’s examine which is better, Aikido vs. Taekwondo. Aikido is a better choice than Taekwondo for many people. Aikido is often easier … Read more
Many know that both Judo and Aikido are offshoots of Jiu-Jitsu. So obviously, there will be some similarities. But Aikido is also known for being peaceful, so what are some of the differences between Aikido vs. Judo? The biggest difference between Aikido and Judo is that Judo is more offensive while Aikido is more defensive. … Read more
Many people have heard of Aikido, but Hapkido is a lot less known. They have similar names, but is one more effective than another? Let’s look at Aikido vs. Hapkido: Here’s what I know from knowing a little about both: Hapkido is more effective than Aikido. Hapkido focuses on teaching you how to defend yourself … Read more
A lot of people wonder whether Aikido is worth their while. It’s not as popular as some other martial arts, and can even be seen by some as a more gentle martial art. So how effective is Aikido for self defense? Here’s what I know having practiced it and other styles too: Aikido can be … Read more
There are many different martial arts out there, and it can be a tad confusing to decide which one is effective. Some people love BJJ (Brazilian Jiujitsu) while others love Aikido. So let’s look at Aikido vs. BJJ for self-defense. BJJ is overall a much better martial art for self-defense than Aikido. While any martial … Read more