Ki is a controversial topic in Aikido.Many Aikido teachers do not talk about Ki very much.Other will suggest that when we say Ki we mean something like breath, timing, intention, relaxation, internal power and other more easily understood concepts with a clear explanation.When Morihei Ueshiba (the founder of Aikido) died the head teacher at the … Continue reading Building Ki With Aikido
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Why Are There No Competitions In Aikido?
I made a comment recently that there were no competitions in Aikido. This is technically not correct. There is a style of Aikido that does have competitions. In fact, there may be more than one style but the main one is called Tomiki Aikido. This was named after Kenji Tomiki, a student of the founder … Continue reading Why Are There No Competitions In Aikido?
What Is Your Goal In Aikido?
In the world of Aikido, we don’t have competitions.This can be seen as a good thing. In theory, it should lead to Aikido being practised in a supportive and collaborative way.It also goes in turn with the Aikido idea of not fighting with our attacker but instead harmonising with the attack.But a lack of competition … Continue reading What Is Your Goal In Aikido?
Solo Training For Aikido
Aikido is mostly an art that is practised with a partner.Our techniques may be seen as katas that not only help us to improve in our technique but also help us to develop our bodies and our minds and gradually master the principles of Ki.How then can we train Aikido on our own?Some people suggest … Continue reading Solo Training For Aikido
False Equivalences In Aikido (Comparing Apples With Oranges)
Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels.com You must have heard the common phrase: “comparing apples with oranges”. This comes up in situations when people make a comparison between two things that really should not be compared. Do you have a hobby that people are confused by? They wonder why you would ever do that? Why … Continue reading False Equivalences In Aikido (Comparing Apples With Oranges)
What Do Other’s Say About Aikido?
Here are a few words other's have shared about our Aikido classes in Glasgow:“When I started Aikido I was probably at my lowest point. Through past trauma I was suffering with my mental health and making wrong choices. Some days were more difficult than others to even get out of the house. I received a … Continue reading What Do Other’s Say About Aikido?
Some People Are Sensei-tive
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com As part of my efforts with growing the club I like to write these emails which I also post on our Facebook page.They are also good for me as it challenges me to think and learn about Aikido.I have shared some of these posts on a large Facebook Forum called, … Continue reading Some People Are Sensei-tive
Steven Seagal Broke Sean Connery’s Wrist With Aikido?
A recent interview I stumbled across revealed a surprising and perhaps alarming story regarding Steven Seagal. At one time Seagal was among the most successful action stars in Hollywood and had a run of major hit films in the 90s. His fame has somewhat dwindled now but he is still famous throughout the world. Seagal … Continue reading Steven Seagal Broke Sean Connery’s Wrist With Aikido?
Aikido Article In The Guardian
It’s not often we see Aikido in the press these days. Today, it was good to see this new article published in the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/mar/11/new-start-after-60-i-fought-off-four-attackers-aikido-black-belt This was written by 68 year old Aikido student Morag Warrack from Surrey. About her first Aikido expereince she said: “I was terrified and thought all these blokes would be … Continue reading Aikido Article In The Guardian
Aikido For Enlightenment
Photo by Frank Cone on Pexels.com In the history of Aikido, there are many interesting stories about the charismatic and mysterious figure that founded the art.Morihei Ueshiba went through many interesting experiences that led tothe development of Aikido.In the book, the Art Of Peace, these details are mentioned:"Aikido was born out of three Enlightenment experiences … Continue reading Aikido For Enlightenment
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