Real Aikido
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Real Aikido is a martial art developed by Ljubomir Vračarević, a self-defence instructor from Serbia. It is a mixture of aikido, judo and jujutsu techniques, with some modifications made by Vračarević.
Real aikido is a defence techniques system (empty-handed, as well as defense against weapons such as knife, pistol, etc.) It consists of, aikido, judo and jujutsu, techniques simplified so that they are easily taught in security and self-defence courses. Vracarevic's Bodyguard school is officially certified by the International Bodyguard and Security Services Association (IBSSA) [1]
From 2005 Real Aikido was included in elementary school curriculum in Serbia as elective subject [2].
In 2003, Real Aikido was recognized by United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame (USMAA)[3][4]. In October 2007 World Center of Real Aikido took part in organization of the 1st European Martial Arts Hall of Fame [5]. United States Center of Real Aikido is member of International Combat Martial Arts Unions Association (ICMAUA) [6]
The curriculum itself is mainly based on a general aikido curriculum, with a kyu/dan system of grading.
[edit] Controversy over Name
There is a substantial amount of controversy regarding the name of this martial art, and the essence of the art itself.[citation needed] Despite its referring to the Japanese martial art, Real Aikido is not recognised by any important and relevant international or Japanese Aikido organization.
What worsens the situation is the derogatory views towards "traditional" aikido he often expresses in the media and public in general[citation needed]. This self-serving behaviour has led to bitter relationships with neighboring aikido groups demanding, because of afore-mentioned reasons, that the word "Aikido" be left out of the name of this martial art[citation needed].
