From his youth , MOCHIZUKI Minoru Sensei studied the foundations of an ancient jujutsu school named Gyokushin Ryu. Following the death of Master MOCHIZUKI and in honor of his teacher, WASHIZU Terumi Sensei named his art in the name of this former school.
The essence of Gyokushin Ryu Aikido is a direct result of teachings developed by Master MOCHIZUKI, based on a synthesis of many Japanese Budo (Nihon Sogo Budo) such as AIKIDO, JUDO, KARATE and KENJUTSU.
WASHIZU Sensei, like his predecessors, bases his teaching on the principles of mutual aid and prosperity, as well as the best use of energy.