Opponents confront us continually, but actually there is no opponent there. Enter deeply into an attack and neutralize it as you draw that misdirected force into your own sphere.

Move like a beam of light: fly like lightning, strike like thunder, whirl in circles around a stable center

Never fear another challenger, no matter how large; Never despise another challenger, no matter how small.

Create each day anew by clothing yourself with heaven and earth, bathing yourself with wisdom and love, and placing yourself in the heart of Mother Nature.

The techniques of Aikido change constantly; every encounter is unique, and the appropriate response should emerge naturally. Today's techniques will be different tomorrow. Do not get caught up with the form and appearance of a challenge. Aikido has no form - it is the study of the spirit

The Art of Peace begins with you.

Everything - even mountains, rivers, plants and trees - should be your teacher.