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Dear A12345,
Wow, thanks!
This indeed looks like a dojo. I will surely go and have a look!

Hello Chris8080,
Your question is very interesting,and difficult to answer.
It's often asked by people who does'nt know aikido,and aikidokas as well.
First, I remember a saying which goes more or less like this: "it's not the technique which makes the man,but the man who makes the technique."
This is in real situation. I've heard several reports about professonal karatekas,or boxers as well who had been knocked down in the street.

In the same time I know some aikidokas who had unfortunately to face agression, who thank's to their knowledge succeeded to manage the situation.

About aikido, I think like tai ji quan for example, harmony,spirit,energy, health have been mainly emphasized especially since 30/40 years.
That does'nt prevent to get some keys for self defense for people who are interested in.

Bravo A12345,

seems to be a good find.

I'm also going to try getting some information.