A form of aikido established by Roderick KOBAYASHI in 1981 emphasizing the balanced practice of principles and techniques. Strong influence of Koichi TOHEI's SHINSHIN TOITSU AIKIDO principles and techniques. Several scores of dojos located geographically mainly in the western U. S. practice this form of aikido. Aikido Institute of America, 2235 Hyperion Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027 USA (213)667-2428, (213)861-0043.