1. For those people who resemble the Energizer Bunny, who are going and going, akido can be a great way to relax and release energy. Akido teaches the way to use an opponent’s force for defense. A student will also learn the proper ways to fall without hurting themselves, not to mention the ability to defend oneself might come in handy and can provide comfort for those who are concerned about being attacked.
2. Akido is one of the few forms of self defense that teaches students how to defend themselves while being unarmed. Deadly weapons are not used during any part of training, yet a student will be taught how to take down an attacker and how to do so safely. Because Akido is based around self-defense, students are taught how to twist certain joints and use an attacker’s momentum to neutralize an attack. Students are not taught attack-based moves.
3. Akido will also help with flexibility, durability, and strength. Students are not only taught how to warm up properly, but also a lot of the exercises work to strengthen muscles and prepare them for movement. These exercises can even do well for those who may need physical therapy. Muscle strength and dexterity are important when practicing any martial art; in and out of a dojo, muscle strength improves chances of an effective defense, and dexterity lowers the chances of being injured during an attack.
With all of the physical and tactical benefits to enrolling in an akido class, it is hard to miss out on. Beyond these advantages, akido can be fun and rewarding on a personal level. Who could say no to everything that akido has to offer?