philosophy6

February 11, 2024by admin

As there are opposites such as, positive and negative, yin and yang, war and peace. We should always strive to seek the art of peace.

The study of being held strong reinforces & teaches Koichi Tohei’s 4 principles of Aikido. Relax completely (Physical) Keep one point (Spiritual) keep weight underside (Physical) Extend ki (Spiritual)

philosophy45

February 11, 2024by admin

Respect should always be offered to the opponent first. Often this can lead an attitude of dis-harmony into a peaceful resolution.

There really are no throws in Aikido only the art of leading your partners ki with your ki in a unified direction. Anything other than this opposes harmony and will inevitably be a throw.