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If you celebrate the holiday, I'd like to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!

I hope you and yours are enjoying good health, happiness, and warm fellowship this Thanksgiving.

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Elevating Aikido Techniques: Katadori Continued - Standing Edition

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In this video, part of our 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles, we delve deeper into katadori, now transitioning to a standing position.

Explore the seamless integration of hip and hand movements, creating fluidity and precision. Witness...

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Exploring Katadori from the ground, up. Suwari waza katadori grounding and expansion exercise.

Embark on an exploration of Aikido katadori, as we share highlights from our recent 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles.

Explore the nuances of balancing atemi distance with expansion and leading of the shoulder. And discover the power of total, full-body relaxation, as it applies to the...

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Mastering Shomen Uchi Ikkyo: Aikido's Essential Technique Unveiled

Unlock the essence of Aikido with shomen uchi ikkyo. Dive into insights from our 5-Day Summer Camp, where we explore the importance of closing the gap, committing attacks from the center, and extending attacks through the partner. Watch the video to grasp the nuances and elevate your Aikido...

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Unlocking Aikido Potential: The Power of Suwari Waza Shomen Uchi Ikkyo

Discover the transformative benefits of starting Aikido classes with suwari waza shomen uchi ikkyo. From developing a strong base to promoting joint health, explore how this seated technique can elevate your practice. Learn key tips to ensure longevity and maximize the benefits.

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Harnessing Kokyu Ho: Mindful Entry and Transformative Techniques

Kokyu ho, a practice often found at the end of Aikido classes, holds a wealth of learning opportunities. At our Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we delved into the essence of kokyu ho by emphasizing mindful entry and transformational techniques.

During the seminar, we explored the interplay...

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Bridging Aikido and Equestrian Arts: Exploring Shoto and Shomen Attack Parallel

Have you ever considered the intriguing parallels between Aikido and equestrian practices? At our Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we delved into a unique connection between these disciplines, shedding light on a fresh perspective for Aikido practitioners.

During the seminar, we introduced...

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Elevating Ikkyo: Embrace Posture and Tatami Transition for Success

Are you looking to enhance your ikkyo technique while prioritizing proper posture and protecting your knees? At our Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we explored the art of maintaining good posture while transitioning to the tatami, ensuring both technique effectiveness and physical...

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Mastering Ikkyo: Strategic Techniques for Overcoming Resistant Arm Strength

Do you encounter challenges when facing uke's formidable arm strength during ikkyo? At our Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we delved into a strategic approach that involves navigating the spaces between obstacles, rather than directly pushing against them.

During the seminar, the primary...

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Aikido Insights: Unveiling Concepts with the Shoto's Atemi Effect

Have you ever encountered the term "Rube Goldberg Machine," which illustrates a complex chain reaction? At our Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we explored how seemingly unrelated concepts can come together to enhance your Aikido practice, much like the intricate connections in such a...

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Protecting Your Knees: Graceful Ikkyo Transitions for Long-Term Well-Being

Do your knees occasionally experience discomfort during Aikido training or even the day after? At our recent Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we delved into a crucial aspect of ikkyo technique that focuses on preserving your knees' health and promoting graceful transitions.

During the...

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Mastering Ikkyo: Unlocking Arm Strength with Strategic Entry

Ikkyo, a fundamental technique in Aikido, sometimes presents the challenge of encountering strong resistance from uke's arm. At our recent Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we delved into a unique approach to ikkyo that focuses on entering the space beneath uke's arm, rather than attempting...

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