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Martial Arts
Dr. Dimakis, involved in the martial art Aikido, does a
demonstration of the physics involved.
Aikido, the Japanese martial art, is distinguished by it's
goal to defend while protecting the attacker from injury. Aikido deals
with a blending of motions as well as redirecting of forces from the attacker
which ultimately results in the expense of very little physical energy.
In the video below, you will be able to see bodies in motion
and hear descriptions from Dr. Dimakis of what is taking place in terms of
physics.
If you are interested in
learning more about Aikido or would like to participate in the Aikido
classes offered to UTPA faculty, staff, students and alumni free of
charge, visit the Health & Physical Education Building II (HPE2), room
117, Monday through Friday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
