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)
philosophyMainF
February 11, 2024by admin
To show compassion is one of the highest values. Strive within your martial art to make this your priority.
philosophyMainG
February 11, 2024by admin
Do not view martial arts as mere self-defence! You could miss out on so much more they offer.
philosophy31
February 11, 2024by admin
To care for others is the real martial art. To not care shows a disregard for yourself and the universe.
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.
philosophy16
February 11, 2024by admin
If you study the martial arts with aggression and malice this will eventually bring you to view the world from a fearful place.
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.
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February 11, 2024by admin
The enlightened martial artist sees no enemy but the one within.
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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.