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WHERE DOES ONE START when learning aikido? When you stand and watch an aikido demonstration, it appears graceful and easy, yet its effects are magical and powerful. All artists start by learning the craft. The craft consists of the basic elements that make up the abilities and skills of your aikido repertory.

In the beginning, the techniques of aikido illustrate its underlying principles. In the end, the principles drive the techniques. Every movement will be a natural illustration and application of a natural principle. The techniques appear to work all by themselves.

The basics of aikido begin with knowing how to stand and move. All aikido techniques are based on full-body movement and unique footwork. As you progress in your aikido training you will be confronted with various attacks in the form of strikes and grabs. You will learn how to enter and blend with those attacks, using your footwork, and to redirect them into either throwing techniques or locking and pinning techniques.