Delve into the world of Aikido through our latest video series, where students reveal their hesitations before joining and the profound impact of their first and second classes.

This collection of authentic stories, crafted to benefit dojos globally, aims to inspire and unite Aikido communities....

Embark on a journey into the heart of Aikido with our latest video featuring the tradition of "ato-geiko", or "After-Class Training".

Footage from some of our 2023 seminars, this post explores the significance of post-class training and its positive impact on both uke and nage.

Learn how this p...

Explore the power of centering and heaviness, via #NiNinGake (2-person attack) techniques in Aikido.

Join me as I share experiences from our 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles, delving into the benefits of this unique exercise for developing center-based techniques.

Discover how working on...

Explore the nuances of yokomenuchi attacks in Aikido with this in-depth video from our 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles.

Join Lia Suzuki Shihan, renowned Aikido instructor, as she guides practitioners through yokomenuchi training, focusing on common variations and techniques.

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Embark on a journey through the intricate world of Aikido as Lia Suzuki, a renowned Aikido instructor based in Los Angeles, shares profound insights in this blog post. Delve into the challenges and nuances of teaching and learning Ikkyo, a technique that often proves to be a formidable hurdle for...

Welcome to the heart of Aikido excellence! Join us on a journey through the insightful teachings of Lia Suzuki, a distinguished Aikido instructor, as she shares highlights from our 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles. In this blog post, delve into the nuances of Aikido practice – refining uke...

Have you ever dreamt of practicing Aikido in Japan or perhaps you've already had the chance? If you’re watching this video at the time it was published, I’m now in Japan once again.

After the positive response to our last video, we're continuing our journey through Aikido in Japan.

Whether you'...

Have you ever dreamt of practicing Aikido in Japan or perhaps you've already had the chance? If you’re watching this video at the time it was published, I’m now in Japan once again.

After the positive response to our last video, we're continuing our journey through Aikido in Japan.

Whether you'...

Have you ever dreamt of practicing Aikido in Japan? Or perhaps you've already had the chance? Well, I'm about to once again embark on a journey to Japan myself in just a couple days, visiting Hombu Dojo and my Sensei's dojo in Yokohama.

Whether you're in the planning stage or still dreaming abou...

I hope that you and your loved ones are safe and healthy and that you've been enjoying the holidays!

In the spirit of the holidays, I'd like to give you a free gift. It's perfect if you're just starting Aikido or if you're an instructor who has people in your dojo who are just starting.

It's a ...

Greetings Aikido enthusiasts! Dive into the realm of Aikido posture perfection with our latest blog post, where we revisit the highlights of our transformative 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles last August.

Explore the nuances of posture awareness as we discuss common pitfalls like hunchin...

🥷 Immerse yourself in the world of Aikido as we delve into the intricacies of Iriminage in our latest blog post, showcasing insights from our exclusive 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles. Discover the nuanced technique of applying a soft touch to your partner's shoulder during Iriminage and ...