# Wanomichi Iwama Aiki in UK > Discover the power of Wanomichi, find clubs and events, feel like home! ## Posts - [Hello world!](https://wanomichi.uk/hello-world/): Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing! ## Pages - [tattoo](https://wanomichi.uk/tattoo/) - [Dojo Wall](https://wanomichi.uk/dojo-wall/): Dojo Wall This is our digital wall. A place for practitioners to share memories, training insights, and photos from our seminars and daily practice. Feel free to leave your mark! - [Technical program](https://wanomichi.uk/technical-program/) - [What is Wanomichi](https://wanomichi.uk/what-is-wanomichi/) - [Lineage](https://wanomichi.uk/lineage-2/) - [Lineage](https://wanomichi.uk/lineage/): Our Lineage: From Source to Evolution Morihei Ueshiba (O’Sensei)The Founder of AikidoThe source of our art. O’Sensei transformed traditional martial sciences into a path of universal harmony. His final years in Iwama, where he refined the synthesis of weapons and open-hand techniques, remain the bedrock of our practice.[Read Full Biography] Morihiro Saito SenseiThe Guardian of IwamaA devoted student of the Founder for 23 years. Saito Sensei was entrusted with the Iwama Dojo and the preservation of the authentic Aiki system. He is the technical bridge who codified the weapons and techniques we practice today.[Read Full Biography] Daniel ToutainFounder of WanomichiA […] - [Morihiro Saito](https://wanomichi.uk/morihiro-saito/): Morihiro Saito: The Guardian of the Iwama Tradition Morihiro Saito Sensei (1928–2002) occupies a unique and vital position in the history of Aikido. For twenty-three years, he lived and trained as a devoted student of Morihei Ueshiba, the Founder of Aikido. From the age of 18 until the Founder’s passing in 1969, Saito Sensei received a specialized education that was unprecedented among the Founder’s disciples. The Technical Heir of Aiki Saito Sensei was widely regarded as the technical heir to Master Ueshiba, particularly concerning the weapons of Aikido: the Aikiken (sword) and Aikijo (staff). While the Founder often demonstrated these […] - [Morihei Ueshiba](https://wanomichi.uk/morihei-ueshiba/): Morihei Ueshiba: The Founder of Aikido At the source of our lineage is Morihei Ueshiba (1883–1969), the founder of Aikido. Known throughout the world as O’Sensei (“Great Teacher”), he is revered as one of history’s greatest martial artists—a man who transformed ancient combat techniques into a path of peace and spiritual harmony. Early Life and Discipline Born on December 14, 1883, in Tanabe, a city in the sacred Wakayama prefecture, O’Sensei grew up in a region steeped in Japanese history and spirituality. Though he was an avid reader from a young age, his path was not destined for academia. After […] - [Daniel Toutain](https://wanomichi.uk/daniel-toutain/): Daniel Toutain: A Lifetime Dedicated to the Way of Aiki Daniel Toutain is a prominent figure in the world of traditional Japanese martial arts, with a career spanning over five decades. His journey is defined by an unwavering search for the essence of Budo, leading him from the roots of traditional Aikido to the creation of his own modern discipline, Wanomichi. The Three Pillars of Mastery For thirty years, Daniel Toutain was a close student of three of the most influential Japanese masters of the 20th century, all of whom were direct disciples of O’Sensei Morihei Ueshiba, the founder of […] - [Sonia Tomioka Toutain](https://wanomichi.uk/300-2/): Sonia Tomioka Toutain: The Synergy of Yoga and Budo Sonia Tomioka Toutain brings a profound scientific and holistic perspective to Wanomichi, expertly complementing the martial tradition with modern movement science. As a specialist in physical education and therapy, she has developed the school’s essential conditioning system, ensuring it meets the highest standards of health and performance. Academic and Professional Background Sonia’s expertise is built on a solid academic foundation. She is a graduate of the University of São Paulo (USP – Brazil) with a degree in Physical Education and Sports, specializing in Psychology and Physiotherapy. This clinical understanding of human […] - [Contact](https://wanomichi.uk/contact/): Wanomichi HQ – France – Montbolo Aikido in Truro, Cornwall, UK Wanomichi Hertfordshire – Stevenage UK Wanomichi Takemusu Aikido – Hochburg-Ach - [Technical program](https://wanomichi.uk/program/): Technical Program: The Path of Continuous Improvement The Wanomichi curriculum is a comprehensive system designed to lead the practitioner from foundational mechanics to creative mastery. All instructors follow this standardized program, ensuring a consistent and high-quality transmission of the art. The 8 Foundations of Wanomichi Aiki At the heart of every movement in our school lie the 8 Foundations. These principles are the “internal engine” of our techniques and are studied at every level of practice: 1. Kaizen Dosa (Continuous Improvement) The term Kaizen (from Japanese kai – change, and zen – better) signifies our commitment to constant refinement. This […] - [Gallery](https://wanomichi.uk/gallery/) - [What is Wanomichi](https://wanomichi.uk/whatiswanomichi/): What is Wanomichi Iwama Aiki? Wanomichi is a Japanese term meaning “The Way of Harmony, the Way of Peace.” It is a contemporary Budo—a concrete martial arts practice dedicated to personal development on physical, emotional, and relational levels. Founded in 2018 by Daniel Toutain, Wanomichi represents a sophisticated evolution of traditional Aikido. It is designed to bridge the gap between ancient traditions and the needs of modern society, making the profound techniques of the founder, Morihei Ueshiba, accessible to everyone. A Heritage of Authenticity Wanomichi is deeply rooted in the Iwama Ryu tradition. Daniel Toutain spent over 50 years mastering […] - [Wanomichi Iwama Aiki UK](https://wanomichi.uk/): Wanomichi – The Path of Harmony, The Way of Peace Wanomichi is a Budo, a concrete practice of martial arts with the aim of personal development on a physical level as well as on an emotional and relational level. The techniques practiced in Wanomichi consist of a permanent search for harmony with the partner, regardless of the intensity of the action. Read more Preparation Kaizen Dosa – Preparatory exercises to master one’s own body in space and to acquire the automatism necessary to execute the techniques.  Read more about Wanomichi technical program Clubs in UK In 2026 there’s only two clubs […] ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/wanomichi.uk/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)