Being a good student

by | Aug 1, 2006 | Uncategorized

Being a good student…1. Turn up for training. i know that sounds daft, but really show up. If you decide to stay in and watch TV, just “don’t feel like it” you are not getting any benefit. Above all, just get to the Dojo in the physical form,...

The Progression of Aikido Technique

by | Jul 28, 2006 | Uncategorized

I came across this excellent article and decided it was well worth including. It’s very rare that I ever find myself agreeing with every word!The Progression of Aikido Technique from Basic to Advancedby George LedyardPublished OnlineAn area of much confusion in...

AIKIDO – are we missing something?

by | Jul 27, 2006 | Uncategorized

Relevance Of Aikido Techniques In Today’s Worldby Stanley PraninAiki News #87 (Winter/Spring 1991)In my last editorial I touched upon the subject of what I regard as poor training habits prevalent in many aikido dojos both in Japan and abroad. I pointed out that...