Cheng Hsin – The Art of Effortless Power

·      Are you fascinated by the idea of experiencing movement, strength, and interaction in a completely new way?

·      Do you want to learn how to move with maximum efficiency?

·      Then Cheng Hsin is just right for you!

Cheng Hsin is a martial art – and at the same time, a deep exploration of awareness, movement, and effortless power.
Instead of fighting with brute force, you will learn to use your body efficiently, engage in intelligent interaction, and generate power from a relaxed state.

Why Try Cheng Hsin?

Efficient Movement – Learn how to move powerfully without unnecessary effort.
Mind and Body – Develop deep awareness of your mind, body, movements, and your counterpart.
Suitable for All Ages – Relaxation instead of strength training, refine your control over body and mind.
Personal Development – Discover principles and methods of movement and interaction that go beyond learning techniques in martial arts and can be applied anywhere.

Try it Now!

When & Where?
Fridays, 7:00 PM, Gymnastics Hall of Georg-Büchner-Schule (F-Bockenheim)
This training offered by AIKIDO Frankfurt starts on March 7, 2025

For all experience levels in all martial arts – beginners welcome!
Long-sleeved training clothing and long pants are sufficient for starters

What Can I Expect during Training?

·      A friendly training atmosphere and great people who support each other with lots of fun

·      Solo exercises for relaxation and stretching which can also be practiced at home daily

·      Basic exercises for rolling and falling on Budo mats which help to reduce the risk of injury from falls in everyday life

·      Partner exercises and playful interaction

·      Yielding and relaxation as a response to any applied force

·      Practicing evasive movements against attacks

·      Exercises to refine the perception of balance, pressure, and movement in yourself and your partner

·      Exercises for applying effortless power

·      Training in following, leading, and other forms of interaction in martial situations

·      Techniques for uprooting, throwing, and joint locks

·      Exam preparation, if desired

Who Is the Trainer?

Frank has been practicing various martial arts since 1977, including Judo and multiple styles of Aikido and Tai Chi.
Since 2011, he has primarily focused on Cheng Hsin and regularly participates in seminars in the USA, Germany, and the Netherlands with founder Peter Ralston and his most advanced students.

Frank is grateful to be able to both practice Aikido at AIKIDO-Frankfurt and offer a training opportunity for Cheng Hsin.

Where Can I Learn More?

·      USA: Official Cheng Hsin Website

·      Germany: Cheng Hsin Deutschland

·      Cheng Hsin on YouTube

Recommended Books:

o   Peter Ralston and Laura Ralston, Zen Body-Being, 2006

o   Peter Ralston, The Principles of Effortless Power, 1989

 Monthly Fees

Notice periods

The membership of Aikido Frankfurt can be cancelled with effect on June, 30th or December, 31st of each year by giving six weeks' written notice.

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