Silat
Silat is an Indonesian martial art believed to have originated from China. Silat is a art based primarily on striking though it does have some throws, like many chinese martial arts it adopts moves from different animal forms. One of the similarities Silat shares with aikido is that it is primarily focsued it getting behind the opponent (to the 10 and 2 OClock positions) rather than a stand and deliver style slugfest.
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Aikido
A modern martial art developed from the traditional Samurai class of martial arts in Japan. Aikido has no blocks or punches but instead redirects the attackers energy to throw or immobilise them. Suitable for men, women and children. With a good mix of aerobic and weight bearing training its a good way to maintain inner and outer health and pick up some handy skills as well.
Brisbane Aikido Republic
We welcome serious men and women interested in the study of the subtlety of 'aiki' through the sogobujutsu of Aikido.
Originating in the combative arts of the Japanese samurai this art explores the finese of joining with the energy of the opponent through open hand and traditional weapons practice.
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