SecretsSecret3
February 11, 2024by Mal McRae
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)
SecretsSecret2
February 11, 2024by Mal McRae
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.
philosophy49
February 11, 2024by admin
You can own a sword, display a sword or collect to sell swords. But the way of the samurai sword is only revealed to the user.
SecretsSecret4
February 11, 2024by Mal McRae
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.
philosophy27
February 11, 2024by admin
Without some form of understanding of “ki”, the brain will always interpret technique from a physical perspective.
philosophyMainE
February 11, 2024by admin
Be more attracted to the less aggressive side within the martial arts, control without destruction is the key.
SecretsSecret10
February 11, 2024by Mal McRae
In ikkyo the hand on the elbow must travel in the same direction as the hand on the wrist.
philosophy42
February 11, 2024by admin
Everyone seeks some form of appreciation. Strive to offer appreciation whenever possible and you will create a peaceful wake wherever you go.
philosophy38
February 11, 2024by admin
Martial arts should not be a platform for displaying the ego. Methods that do can lead one down a wrong path.