Aikido 合気道

What is Aikido?

Aikido is a Japanese martial art focused on practical self-defense through control, balance, and efficient movement. The art places a strong emphasis on real-world situations, including escaping chokes and headlocks, breaking free from grabs, and performing controlled disarms. By prioritizing leverage, timing, and awareness, aikido equips students with tools that are effective under pressure.

At Pearland’s Main Street Dojo, aikido is taught with a clear self-defense focus and an emphasis on safety and confidence. Students regularly train techniques for escaping common holds, defending against grabs, and neutralizing threats through controlled disarms and movement. Our goal is not just to learn techniques, but to build confidence, awareness, and the ability to protect yourself in real-life situations.