It is a martial art based on self-discipline in the physical, interpersonal, moral and spiritual levels. The techniques are based on the principles of harmony and non-resistance. The aim of Aikido is the promotion of peace and harmony.
Aikido students learn that force and aggression are counter productive to achieving harmony.
There are no competitions in Aikido. Each student learns both sides of the technique. Aikido is what you make of it. The Saskatoon Aikikai was founded in 1978. The club is run as a non-profit volunteer organization.