The Daiki Taiyu
The Daiki Taiyu is a foundational series of katas that embody Aikibojitsu's unique philosophy and technique. The
Aikibojitsu Katas are relatively long sequences of Short and Complex Forms performed under the guiding
influence of a deeper energy. Correct performance of an Aikibojitsu kata requires not only motion, but emotion,
the expression of the subtle power of universal spirit.
Aikibojitsu Katas also serve as the primary vehicle for transmission of the technical aspect of the art form, serving
as storehouses of Short and Complex Forms. They are intended to be broken down by practitioners, each
component to be studied by itself, in combination with other components from the same kata, and with
components from other katas.
Practitioners will find that the basic form of an Aikibojitsu kata is relatively easy to learn. As skill is attained,
Aikibojitsu's challenge begins to deepen, as elimination of error begins to reveal the real difficulty and intrinsic
demand for precision within the study. As mastery is approached, emphasis shifts from technical skill to
expression of something deeper; it is this shift that transforms Aikibojitsu into something extraordinary.
Presumably, as a martial artist I do not fight for gain or loss, am not concerned with
strength or weakness, and neither advance a step nor retreat a step. The enemy does
not see me. I do not see the enemy. Penetrating to a place where heaven and earth
have not yet divided, where Yin and Yang have not yet arrived, I quickly and
necessarily gain effect.
- Takuan Soho