Training Quotes by Morihei Ueshiba

To practice Aikido fully you must calm the spirit and go back to the origin.

— Morihei Ueshiba

THE ART OF PEACE is not easy. It is a fight to the finish, the slaying of evil desires and all falsehood within. On…

— Morihei Ueshiba

Each person is the universe from a particular perspective.

— Morihei Ueshiba

The way of the warrior is based on humanity, love and sincerity

— Morihei Ueshiba

In a real battle, atemi is seventy percent, technique is thirty percent.

— Morihei Ueshiba

The best strategy relies upon an unlimited set of responses.

— Morihei Ueshiba

Cast off limiting thoughts and return to true emptiness. Stand in the midst of the great void. This is the secret of the Way…

— Morihei Ueshiba

In true budo there is no enemy or opponent. True budo is to become one with the universe, not train to become powerful or…

— Morihei Ueshiba

The Way of a Warrior is based on humanity, love, and sincerity; the heart of martial valor is true bravery, wisdom, love, and friendship.…

— Morihei Ueshiba

Fill yourself with Ki, invite the attack.

— Morihei Ueshiba

Polish the heart, free the six senses and let them function without obstruction, and your entire body will glow.

— Morihei Ueshiba

THE ART OF PEACE does not rely on weapons or brute force to succeed; instead, we put ourselves in tune with the universe, maintain…

— Morihei Ueshiba

Failure is the key to success; each mistake teaches us something.

— Morihei Ueshiba

Each and every master, regardless of the era or the place, heard the call and attained harmony with heaven and earth. There are many…

— Morihei Ueshiba

To rid the world of aggression and contention is the purpose of Aikido

— Morihei Ueshiba