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Combat Aikido
Combat Aikido is an eclectic martial art practiced in the United States, Phillipines ,Poland and many other countries. It was developed by Jack Moon, a self defense instructor from Rutledge, Georgia. It is a mixture of Aikido, Karate, Jujitsu, Judo, Boxing, Ground Fighting, Krav Maga and other lesser known martial arts.

Recognition
In 2009, Combat Aikido was recognized by the United States Martial Arts Association. Combat Aikido uses the word "Aikido" in its name, but it is not recognized by the Aikiai Foundation or the International Yoshinkian Aikido Foundation. Some Aikidoka would prefer that Combat Aikido change its name to emphasize that it is not the same as traditional Aikido, however its basic foundations are indeed Aikido. In 2010, Combat Aikido was included in middle and high school curriculum as an elective subject by Summit Academy Home School Co-Ops Combat Aikido is also recognized by Black Belt Magazine.

Techniques
Combat Aikido focuses on throws, joint locks, pressure points, grappling, strikes, blocks, kicks, defenses against weapons, defending third parties and defenses against car jacking. Techniques generally focus on training students in real life scenarios. Maneuvers aim to neutralize an attack and facilitate rapid and safe escape. It has been described as a form of ramped up Aikido with lots of strikes and kicks.