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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)
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.
philosophy4
February 11, 2024by admin
A martial artist should not be measured on their ability to hurt or destroy an enemy but how they can change aggression into the art of peace.
SecretsSecret2
February 11, 2024by Mal McRae
Uke’s part in trying to hold nage with strength within the technique, teaches spiritual & physical flexibility.
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February 11, 2024by admin
After a life time study in martial arts you may come to the realization that fighting or not fighting, is really the same.
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.
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February 11, 2024by Mal McRae
In ikkyo the hand on the elbow must travel in the same direction as the hand on the wrist.
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February 11, 2024by Mal McRae
With shomen uchi ikkyo don’t meet at the top – the person may perceive this as you defending and change the attack.
philosophy43
February 11, 2024by admin
Treat others in the way you would like to be treated and a harmony shall exist.