Something that has surprised me over the years in my Aikido practise is how much people are cutting themselves off from the real power they have. While practising various techniques, even with very big and strong people, I often sense that they are not accessing anywhere near the potential of the power they could generate … Continue reading The Power Of Relaxation
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Relaxation And Living Calmness
Everyone thinks they know how to relax. It's just a matter of zoning out in front of an entertaining show while lying comfortably on the couch, right? Scientists have suggested under observation that people are often not as relaxed as they think when they believe themselves to be. Look all around you and you will … Continue reading Relaxation And Living Calmness
What is “One Point” in Aikido?
One of our principles in Aikido is to "keep one point". What does this mean?The one point is the term we use to define or our centre of gravity while standing fully upright. This is located just below the navel. From a physical perspective this is a centre of balance. When we have more awareness … Continue reading What is “One Point” in Aikido?
What is Aikido?
Aikido is a Japanese martial art that spread throughout the world in the 2nd half of the 20th century. Aikido is enjoyed by millions of practitioners throughout the world. The founder of Aikido was Morhei Ueshiba known as "O Sensei" (great teacher). The word Aikido is a Japanese word that has no exact translation in … Continue reading What is Aikido?
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