Aikido Techniques & Weapons Kata
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Forms Overview
Aikido uses weapons kata (primarily with bokken and jo) alongside open-hand technique sequences.
Jo kata (staff)
| Kata | Movements | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 31-count jo kata | 31 | Complete jo combat sequence — thrusts, strikes, sweeps |
| 13-count jo kata | 13 | Shorter sequence focusing on basic jo movements |
| Jo suburi (20 strikes) | 20 | Individual striking exercises practiced in sequence |
Bokken kata (wooden sword)
| Kata | Focus |
|---|---|
| 7 bokken suburi | Individual cutting exercises |
| Ki musubi no tachi | Paired sword practice — blending and redirecting |
| Kumitachi 1-5 | Five paired sword sequences of increasing complexity |