About Us
Shin Shin Tōitsu Aikidō
Shin
Shin
Tōitsu
Aikidō
is a refined form of the Japanese martial
art of Aikidō. It was developed by Tōhei Kōichi
Sōshu, Founder of
the Ki no
Kenkyu Kai (Ki Society). Tōhei Sensei was
a top disciple of the founder of Aikidō, Ueshiba
Morihei Sensei.
Shin Shin Tōitsu
Aikidō, which means "Aikidō with
Mind
and Body Unified", is also called
Ki-Aikidō.
Shin Shin Tōitsu Aikidō embodies the essence
of Japanese budō. It is a modern martial art with roots in the ancient
martial arts and esoteric disciplines of Japan, and is a way to
understand and become one with Ki. It can also be applied effectively
for personal safety and defense, and is a way to develop
optimal
physical and mental health. The principles of Shin Shin To Itsu Aikidō
are applicable in all circumstances.
Training at the University of Chicago Ki-Aikidō Club (Genki-Kai)
includes unarmed arts, weapons arts, and a form of training called
Taigi. Members of our Club train in Ki-Aikidō and Ki Development, or
Shin Shin Tōitsu Dō. We experience this unique training first hand in
our Dōjō.
Video Clip: KASHIWAYA SENSEI in 1974 short clip called "Kaiten".
© U. of C. Genkikai, 2002-2010. Do not quote or reproduce any part or the whole of this document without prior consent of Club Board of Officers.
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Links
Shinichi Tōhei Sensei's Ki Weblog