Enhancing Aikido Training with Effective Warm-Ups: Insights from the 2023 Baarn Seminar

Discover the effective warm-up techniques used at the Aikido seminar in Baarn, Netherlands, in 2023, hosted by Ima Juku Aikido under Arjan de Vries Sensei.

This post explores the importance of adaptive warm-ups, particularly paired stretching, to accommodate practitioners from various dojos and styles.

Learn how these warm-ups not only prepare the body but also build trust among participants, creating a cohesive training environment.

Techniques like kokyunage jo and irimi are highlighted, offering valuable insights for instructors and practitioners alike.

Read on and watch the video to elevate your Aikido practice and foster a more connected dojo community.