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Aikido is a modern, non-aggressive Japanese martial art developed early in the 20th century by Morihei Ueshiba

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Kuzushi in July

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From: www.mokurendojo.com

Photo by Andrew Deci "Off-balance is the fundamental principle of aikido and judo." . I'm sure that you've heard something like that before. Well, it's partially true - perhaps even mostly true. Kuzushi plays a large role in aikido and judo. I probably wouldn't call it the single most important basis of these arts, but still indispensable. Without kuzushi, smaller players would have virtually no hope against larger players and the two arts would be unidentifiable, but there are a lot of fundamental elements that you need to get in order before you start worrying a lot about kuzushi. That will be part of ... Read Full Story

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On deck at Mokuren Dojo

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From: www.mokurendojo.com

This past week, we had two students test successfully for Green belt (Yonkyu) and one student test successfully for 2nd Brown Belt (Nikyu) - Congrats Kel! So what material is waiting in the wings for these guys? . In aikido, our green belts will be working on elbow techniques - controlling uke's center of mass through his elbow... oshitaoshi (A.K.A. ikkyo) udegaeshi hikitaoshi udehineri (A.K.A. kaitennage) wakigatame (A.K.A. gokyo) The 2nd brown belt will be working on floating throws - hitting precise timings and directions to effect an otoshi... kotetaoshi/maeotoshi sumiotoshi and its variants hikiotoshi Here are some links to previous articles on the ... Read Full Story

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Basic Rolling and Falling Aikido Workshop

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From: craikido.blogspot.com

Just a quick reminder that Castle Rock AIKIDO will be hosting a Basic Rolling and Falling (or UKEMI ) Workshop this Saturday, June 6th, 2009 from 1pm-3pm. Due to the large number of new, beginner-level Aikido students that have joined Castle Rock AIKIDO in recent months, we thought it would be valuable to have a special class dedicated specifically to mastering the basics to falling and rolling. All students are welcome to attend. However, it is strongly encouraged that any students training for less than six months make every effort to attend this FREE workshop. Basic rolling and falling is a critical first step ... Read Full Story

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Nidan requirements

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From: madmoravian.blogspot.com

The following are the techniques I need to know for my Nidan: Owaza Ju Pon 1. Kubi Guruma - neck wheel 2. Kata Otoshi - shoulder drop 3. Ude Guruma - arm wheel 4. Hiji Guruma - elbow wheel 5. Aiki Nage - fitting in throw 6. Shiho Nage - four corner (all directions) throw Retreat with right foot: fade-away. Don't push too much. That will cause uke to spin into you. 7. Ushiro Ate - behind (from the rear) strike Get the initial off balance. Separate centers at the end. 8. Kote Gaeshi - wrist turn 9. Ushiro Kubi Gatame - hold from ... Read Full Story

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Aikido Saturday Afternoon - 6/20/09

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From: madmoravian.blogspot.com

Aikidokas: Trey. Sensei Tim was in the dojo, but is not yet allowed on the mat. Ukemi: Full set, no big falls. The Walk: Not tonight. Releases: Not tonight. Techniques: Trey ran through 1-5 Ju Nana Hon Kata. Sensei had him go through right and then left, one attempt each side. We then went through and then 11-17 of Ju Nana Hon Kata a little more patiently, at least for 14-17. 1-5 were much, much, better than the previous night's versions. I've got a nice bruise on my right forearm, almost assuredly from Ushiro-ate. 11-17 were pretty good as well We did not get ... Read Full Story

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Aikido Friday Night - 6/19/09

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Aikidokas: Trey. Sensei Tim was in the dojo, but is not yet allowed on the mat. Ukemi: Full set, no big falls. The Walk: Not tonight. Releases: Not tonight. Techniques: Trey ran through 1-10 of Ju Nana Hon Kata. It's been quite a while since he's run through that set, so rust was showing. Frustration levels were quite high, but he got most of the techniques quickly. I had some rust ukeing for some of them, my reactions were a little quick. Toughs one were: Aigamae-ate, Gyakugamae-ate, and Ushiro-ate We then ran through the first 4 standing techniques of Koryu Dai San No Kata ... Read Full Story

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The Art of Aikido: Principles and Essential Techniques

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Review "A core, seminal reference and a 'must have' for any student or practitioner of Aikido." -Midwest Book Review "The Art of Aikido is a compilation of Kisshomaru's writings that provides the reader with a deeper insight into both the spiritual and technical dimensions of Aikido. Kisshomaru's clear explanation of the philosophy and techniques, and the hundreds of dynamic photographs taken from above showing the EN movement (the concept of circular integration), and depicting the author and his son Moriteru carrying out the techniques, making it possible for all practitioners, from beginner to master, to fully understand the practice of Aikido." -Aikido Journal "...The ... Read Full Story

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Aikido - An Introductory Workshop

Learn the basic movements, techniques and history of Aikido from Keiko Cauley, a 4th degree black belt certified instructor from the Aikido Yoshokai Association of North America. Monday, July 6, from 6:30-8:00 PM at the Traverwood Branch for Grades 4-12.

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My son bows deeply at the waist and his sensei returns his gesture of respect. They sit back down on the mat and face the rest of the class as his accomplishments are announced to the class. He now has a purple belt to replace the white that he began his training with. The class shares their appreciation of his confidence and skill. They marvel at his concentration, and his sensei speaks glowingly of his discipline and focus.And then the...

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