Descriptions and Benefits of Martial Arts and Yoga Styles - Physical
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Reprinted from the Physical Education for Body Mind Spirit website www.santacruz.k12.ca.us/pe4bodymindspirit/ Descriptions and Benefits of Martial Arts and Yoga Styles Style Origin Description Benefits for AEP Aikido and Confluence Aikido Systems www.aikido.com/ Aikido originated in Japan. O Sensei, the founder of Aikido, sought to create a martial art that used the least amount of force and did the least harm to an opponent, thus promoting harmony and peace. Confluence Aikido Systems is a service- oriented organization developed in 1994 by Sensei Jennifer Paige Smith and rooted in the practice and philosophy of Aikido. Aikido focuses on using one’s own balance and energy to gain control of and deflect the attacks of or throw an opponent, rather than punching or kicking. It emphasizes the dynamics of movement, and includes extensive partner work, i.e. physical contact. Attacks are redirected into open and dynamic throws, and students learn to roll gracefully, so practice is fun and safe. Aikido practice is non- competitive and includes self-defense techniques as well as spiritual teachings. Classes promote sound physical structure, positive discipline, practical self- defense and a full body, mind and spirit workout. As a method of mental development, sitting, walking, and moving meditations are a part of every class. Aikido practice teaches students to create a life of balance and peace. Capoeira Afro-Brazilian art form, created by African slaves in Brazil during the Portuguese colonization. Because of the fear of slave uprisings, Africans were not allowed to practice anything resembling warfare or martial arts. Therefore, they created Capoeira, a martial art disguised as a dance. Capoeira combines physical (aerobatics, martial art/sparring, and dance), musical (drumming and singing) and philosophical elements. In a typical Capoeira class students learn the fundamentals of all these aspects of the style. This martial art is attractive to AEP students as it combines movement, rhythm and music. Philosophy plays a large part in capoeira and the best teachers strive to teach Respeito (Respect), Responsabilidade (Responsibility), Segurança (Safety/Security), Malicia (Cleverness/Street-smarts), and Liberdade (Liberty/Freedom).
Descriptions and Benefits of Martial Arts and Yoga Styles - Physical
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