SecretsSecret1
February 11, 2024by Mal McRae
Learning to receive holds like nikkyo, sankyo, kotegashi etc. Is the study of extending ki out of an arm that is constantly flexible.
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.
philosophy2
February 11, 2024by admin
It’s less important how strong others see you. And far more important in the strength you see in yourself.
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.
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)
SecretsSecret12
February 11, 2024by Mal McRae
When performing Nikkyo to the wrist, enter and then apply the pressure to the wrist, don’t apply pressure to the wrist first.
philosophyMainD
February 11, 2024by admin
Compassion is a powerful word. In it contains all of what is martial and what is art. Yet without the years in its study one may not come to understand its true meaning.
philosophyMainC
February 11, 2024by admin
Look for a Sensei that can inspire you to search beyond technique. The longer you study the martial arts, clearer will be your understanding within the applied techniques.
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.