Sports
Aikido
Japanese form of weapon less self-defence, developed in the year 1920 by Morihei Uyeshiba. Aikido means: Ai = harmony, friendship; Ki = spirit, energy; Do = the way, the path. Aikido is a defensive Martial Arts System which uses the opponent’s energy to one’s own advantage. Aikido contains elements of Judo, Jiu Jitsu and Kendo/Iaido.
Arnis / Eskrima / Kali
Martial Arts from the Philippines, which teach a way of using swords, sticks and knifes. First, the defence with sticks or other objects is taught. All strikes can be executed with or without weapon.
Boxing
The Art of fencing with fists is thousands of years old. Pictures of Boxers were found in a 7000 year old sumeric temple .In Egypt, Boxing is known since at least 5000 years. In the 17th Century, Modern Boxing was developed in England. In the course of the 1904 Olympics, a Boxing match was held for the first time.
Hapkido
This Martial Art was invented over 1000 years ago in Korea. Hap= harmony; Ki = energy; Do= the way. The movements are harmonic and natural. The punch elements were developed in the southern region, the kick elements come from the north of Korea. At Hapkido, kicks, punches as well as throws are taught.
Ju Jutsu
A modern form of Self Defence frequently used for Police training. It combines elements of Karate, Judo, Boxing and Aikido.
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