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)
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My Pet Peeve In Aikido
Photo by Belle Co on Pexels.com One of my pet peeves in Aikido is wasted time during training. Too often I’ve noticed higher grades develop a habit of constantly correcting every mistake they perceive a beginner to make. This can be made worse when another higher grade gets invovled and it becomes a long debate … Continue reading My Pet Peeve In Aikido
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?
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
What Does A.I Say About Aikido?
Photo by Sebastian Voortman on Pexels.com Aikido is a modern Japanese martial art that emphasizes blending with an attacker's movements rather than directly opposing them. It is often referred to as the "Way of Harmony of Spirit" and focuses on using the attacker's own momentum and energy against them to gain control of the situation. … Continue reading What Does A.I Say About Aikido?
Aikido For Peace Of Mind
Around 6 months into training Aikido I noticed one significant change. A lot of the fears or worries I had about being randomly attacked on the street had disappeared. I no longer had those thoughts anymore. This was a big change. At the time, I worked until 10 in the wines and spirits section of … Continue reading Aikido For Peace Of Mind
What Is A “Ki Test”
I recently saw a post in an AIkido forum about "Ki Tests".When I read the post, it occurred to me that the concept put forward by the writer lacked an important aspect of what a ki test is.He had explained it as an exercise to show a certain co-ordination in the body. This is an … Continue reading What Is A “Ki Test”
Mental Health Benefits Of Aikido
“since I’ve been practising Aikido I feel calmer and more relaxed, I don’t know why” It’s not unusual for me to hear these kind of comments from students. No definite claims can be made about the benefits of practising Aikido specifically, but in general it is well known that physical activity is essential for good … Continue reading Mental Health Benefits Of Aikido
Why I Teach Aikido
From a young age I always liked the idea of practicing a martial art. I had watched films like James Bond and remember leaving the cinema wishing to embody the incredible abilities of the main characters. I had also experienced siutations in which my lack of experience in protecting myself phsyically had held me back … Continue reading Why I Teach Aikido
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