Philadelphia Ki-Aikido

Five principles for Extending Ki: 1. You are not overly conscious of your body. 2. You make full use of centrifugal force in your movements. 3.You have soft eyes and a poised manner. 4. You show composure in your body.... 5. Therefore, you are bright and happy (easygoing). See more

Five Principles for Keeping Weight Underside: 1. You maintain the most comfortable posture. 2. Your body feels light and does not sag. 3. Your ki is extending fully. 4. You are flexible and can adapt to changing conditions.... 5. Therefore, you perceive everything clearly. See more

Five principles for Relaxing Completely: 1. Each part of your body settles in its most natural position. 2. You relax positively, without collapsing or losing power. 3. Your sense of presence makes you look bigger than you actually are. 4. You are strong enough to be relaxed.... 5. Therefore, you have an attitude of non-dissention. See more

Five principles for Keeping One Point: 1. Center on the point in the lower abdomen where you cannot put tension. 2. Let your body weight fall on your One Point, not your legs or feet. 3. Your breathing is calm and subtle. 4. You can accept whatever happens without losing your composure.... 5. Therefore, you can do your best at any time. See more

The crux of our practice is the "four basic principles to realize mind and body oneness." These are: 1. Keep One Point 2. Relax Completely 3. Keep Weight Underside 4. Extend Ki