Holiday & More!
There is a ton going on. Please do not use Atemi to deal with the holiday issues! Just kidding I know that every one out there knows to breath and blend. We have a busy week coming up lots of great
Atemi
To strike or not to strike, that is the question… Many people will tell you there are no strikes (or Atemi) in Aikido. Others will tell you O-Sensei used Atemi during classes. Many think the use of Atemi is contrary
Redirecting
Thanksgiving Weekend Closure Don’t forget we are closed for Thanksgiving, 11/27-11/29. Please enjoy a safe and happy holiday with your families and we look forward to seeing all of you in class on 12/1. “Charity, good behaviour,amiable speech, unselfishness
Thanks to all!
“I can’t change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” — Jimmy Dean Good morning all!First of all gigantic congratulations and great job to all who were promoted this weekend!
Veterans, Promotions, Demos & Potlucks!
Today is Tuesday, November 11th Veteran’s Day. Please take the time to thank Veterans around you for their service. Here is the Schedule for our Kohai Promotion Day, November 15th Please note that the times are different than regular class times
Irimi Nage & Tons of Info
A huge amounts of thanks go to all the parents, families, children and adults for participating and contributing to our annual Halloween Party. It was a wonderful success and everyone had a great time! We had great costumes, fun games,
Dojo Focus & Halloween Time
This Week, Next Week and Promotions are on the Way! Good day to all! We have had and continue to have wonderful things going on at the dojo! This past weekend D’Andre did a fantastic 2nd Kyu Demonstration. Once again
Self Defense/Bully Defense
Being grabbed is a stressful situation. However, it opens the door to many possibilities for the Aikidoka. But it also can change the intention of the technique. As we work on moving with grabs we will also work with Aikido
Breathing
BREATHING! Coordination of movement and breath is key in Aikido. First you learn to breath and move at the same time. Over time Aikido learn to control their breathing and use it just as dexterously as you would cut for
Kiai
Other places will describe the Kiai as a “warrior yell or vocalization of the “combative spirit.”Commonly, people will use Kiai to disrupt an attackers focus or void an oncoming attack. Kiai is more than just a rebel yell or