A passive throwing and joint manipulating art.  This art is independent of a person's size and strength.  Instead it focuses on redirecting an opponent's strength and energy.   This makes this an excellent choice for women and seniors.  

A person's size or strength does not matter.  Our goal is to harmonize with our opponent's strength and redirect it.  Because of this, women and seniors can execute Aikido technique as easily as men can.

Aikido grew out of Japanese swordsmanship.  Sword and staff techniques are still a vital part of Aikido.

This is taught to adults only by Mr Blackwell.