When most people think of martial arts, they picture fast-paced combat, punches, kicks and intense high-energy fighting. But in Colorado State University's Campus Recreation Aikido class, the pace is slower, the philosophy is nonviolent and the goal isn’t to overpower but instead redirect the energy opponents bring toward the self. Aikido teaches more than self-defense; it reveals the spiritual side of martial arts, inviting students to embrace its core principles of peace, balance and control. CSU recreation offers Aikido as a specialty class — 10 weeks for the price of $120. Students interested in exploring the practice may take advantage of the free trial week during the fall 2025 semester, where they can participate in a class at no cost. Read the full article on the Collegian website, linked in our bio. Written by Yoleni Paulo Photos courtesy of Colorado State University Recreation #collegiansports #csurecreation #aikido #martialarts #campusrecreation #rockymountaincollegian ...