Self-Defense
Practical Skills for Real Life.
Smart, Effective Self-Protection
Aikido teaches you to neutralize threats without causing unnecessary harm, making it a powerful and responsible form of self-defense. In our classes, you’ll learn:
How to escape grabs and holds quickly and efficiently
Techniques to redirect attacks and control situations with minimal force
Awareness skills that help you recognize and avoid dangerous situations before they escalate
De-escalation methods designed to prevent violence entirely, promoting safety for everyone involved
Whether you’re looking to boost your confidence, improve your physical fitness, or gain practical skills to protect yourself and your loved ones, Aikido offers a respectful and effective approach to self-defense. Join us at Aikido of Salt Lake and empower yourself with techniques that keep you safe while honoring the spirit of peace and harmony.
Defense without Aggression.
Our approach focuses on protecting yourself and others while minimizing harm to everyone involved. This makes Aikido ideal for healthcare workers, teachers, parents, and anyone who needs to handle conflict professionally.
Through fluid, non-aggressive techniques, Aikido teaches you how to defuse tension and maintain control without escalating violence. Whether managing challenging situations at work or keeping your home safe, our training equips you with the confidence and skills to respond calmly and effectively.
Join us at Aikido of Salt Lake to develop peaceful conflict resolution skills that benefit both your personal and professional life. Embrace a practice that empowers you to protect and preserve harmony—because the best defense is one that respects and cares for everyone involved.
Practical - Effective
Aikido is an effective self-defense art focusing on harmony and redirecting an opponent’s energy to neutralize threats without harm, suitable for real-world situations.
"In true budo, there are no enemies. True budo is a function of love. It is not for killing or fighting; it is the Way to harmonize all beings and make them one with nature."
— O Sensei