Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that traces its roots to the ancient art of jujitsu as well as sword fighting. Developed by Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969), usually referred to as "O-Sensei" ("Great Teacher"), Aikido is a highly dynamic defensive art that focuses on using an attacker’s own size and force against them. As a result, Aikido is a highly effective form of self-defense that does not require great size or strength on the part of the practitioner, and can therefore be learned and practiced by men and women of virtually any size or age.

Aikido has a significant spiritual component, as well. "Aikido" can be translated as "The Way of Harmony with the Universe", and O-Sensei placed great weight on the training of mind and body and particularly on the development of harmony and peace as key components of the art. For the typical Aikido practitioner, this emphasis translates into numerous opportunities for personal growth and self-improvement, including mental focus, physical and mental discipline, general awareness and self-confidence.

There are no competitions or "sparring" in Aikido. Instead, Aikido training is highly cooperative, with more advanced practitioners partnering with and helping more junior students learn techniques at a pace commensurate with the abilities of each trainee.

Ikazuchi Dojo is committed to preserving the traditional aspects of Aikido and the philosophy of its founder, while providing a thoroughly modern learning and training environment to students of all levels.