Our Practice
At Calgary Rakushinkan we practice Aikidō and Kobudō. That's martial arts of the modern period as well as ancient martial arts.
Aikidō 合氣道
Aikidō emphasizes softness, natural connection, and flowing movement. Rather than meeting strength with strength, techniques guide an opponent’s energy into balance-breaking and resolution. Our approach avoids rigid kata or staged demonstrations, focusing instead on whether a technique genuinely works through timing, sensitivity, and centred movement. This style nurtures calmness, adaptability, and the ability to move harmoniously under modest pressure.
Learn more about Rakushinkan Aikido.
Kenjutsu 剣術
The traditional art of Japanese swordsmanship practiced by the samurai. Training develops timing, distancing, and cutting methods through kata (forms) and paired practice. Kenjutsu not only preserves battlefield and duelling techniques but also teaches posture, precision, and focus that influence all other martial skills.
Learn more about our kenjutsu.
Daitō-ryū Aikijujutsu is the ancestor art of Aikidō. It emphasizes close engagement, subtle kuzushi (breaking balance), and precise control at the moment of contact. It preserves the essence of classical jujutsu: detailed joint locks, immobilizations, and refined use of aiki. Training develops the ability to unbalance an opponent with minimal effort, relying on connection, structure, and timing rather than physical force. This practice reveals the roots of Aikidō while maintaining the direct, practical effectiveness of the older tradition.
Learn more about our Daito Ryu.
Daitō-ryū Aikijūjutsu
大東流 合気柔術
Iaijutsu is a traditional Japanese martial art focused on drawing the sword and cutting in a single motion. Its practice emphasizes timing, precision, and awareness, using kata to train smooth and decisive technique. Unlike kenjutsu, which begins with the sword in hand, iaijutsu centers on responding instantly as the blade leaves the scabbard.
Learn more about our iaijutsu.
Iaijutsu 居合術
Click on the "Learn more" buttons below the brief descriptions to learn more about our particular style and methods of kenjutsu, iaijutsu and Aiki.
There are many places to practice aikidō, but few where you can study its roots and weapons training together as an integrated system.
Have questions? See our full FAQ , or Contact Us.
Ready to train? Visit our Schedule or meet our Instructors.
Our Practice
At Calgary Rakushinkan we practice Aikidō and Kobudō. That's martial arts of the modern period as well as ancient martial arts.
Aikidō 合氣道
Aikidō emphasizes softness, natural connection, and flowing movement. Rather than meeting strength with strength, techniques guide an opponent’s energy into balance-breaking and resolution. Our approach avoids rigid kata or staged demonstrations, focusing instead on whether a technique genuinely works through timing, sensitivity, and centred movement. This style nurtures calmness, adaptability, and the ability to move harmoniously under modest pressure.
Learn more about Rakushinkan Aikido.
Kenjutsu 剣術
The traditional art of Japanese swordsmanship practiced by the samurai. Training develops timing, distancing, and cutting methods through kata (forms) and paired practice. Kenjutsu not only preserves battlefield and duelling techniques but also teaches posture, precision, and focus that influence all other martial skills.
Learn more about our kenjutsu.
Daitō-ryū Aikijujutsu is the ancestor art of Aikidō. It emphasizes close engagement, subtle kuzushi (breaking balance), and precise control at the moment of contact. It preserves the essence of classical jujutsu: detailed joint locks, immobilizations, and refined use of aiki. Training develops the ability to unbalance an opponent with minimal effort, relying on connection, structure, and timing rather than physical force. This practice reveals the roots of Aikidō while maintaining the direct, practical effectiveness of the older tradition.
Learn more about our Daito Ryu.
Daitō-ryū Aikijūjutsu
大東流 合気柔術
Iaijutsu is a traditional Japanese martial art focused on drawing the sword and cutting in a single motion. Its practice emphasizes timing, precision, and awareness, using kata to train smooth and decisive technique. Unlike kenjutsu, which begins with the sword in hand, iaijutsu centers on responding instantly as the blade leaves the scabbard.
Learn more about our iaijutsu.
Iaijutsu 居合術
Click on the "Learn more" buttons below the brief descriptions to learn more about our particular style and methods of kenjutsu, iaijutsu and Aiki.
There are many places to practice aikidō, but few where you can study its roots and weapons training together as an integrated system.
Have questions? See our full FAQ , or Contact Us.
Ready to train? Visit our Schedule or meet our Instructors.