Video of aikido techniques against full resistance
Some time ago I found this gem of a video, which supports the hypothesis that daito-ryu and its more popular offshoot, aikido, are based on a mix of Sokaku Takeda's experiences in sumo and esoteric...
View ArticleAikido knee pads?
Does anyone have any idea where I can get some knee pads for Aikido? My little Aikidoka would like some. I was dealing with a Company in Japan, but it has turned into a mess of me not getting what was...
View ArticleIndependent Aikido Schools
Hi there, everyone.... I am starting this thread in order to get some insight from anyone who would be kind enough to provide it... I have heard of Aikido schools that are independent, in the sense...
View ArticleThe notion that you have to throw/submit yourself in Aikido or get your wrist...
Is a myth 99% of the time. The reality is that you can't apply the joint lock whatsoever on a person of similar build and strength if the person resists. You just get stuck. Believe me, I have...
View ArticleAikido Techniques - Reference Videos?
I just had my second Aikido class today and I feel like I'm drinking from the fire hose. I feel like remembering all the techniques (and their names) that I learn each class will be a struggle in...
View ArticleZori size....
Hi there everyone... I would like to ask for your assistance... I'm trying to order a couple of new Zori but I can't seem to be able to estimate the right size... I'm almost 1.80m tall if that...
View ArticleIs Akido worth learning? (Self Defense)
Hey all genuine question here! Firstly I am from a FMA/Boxing background. I have heard of Akido and was Intrested. How It all came about Is I searched how many styles does the Green Arrow/Batman the...
View ArticleWhat's With the Incosistent Terminology?
Both titled "Ikkyo Undo". Both very different. Am I missing something? I've seen inconsistent terminology elsewhere too. But I would think that Ikkyo Undo is such a basic thing that it should mean the...
View ArticleDifference between aikido and aikibudo
Greetings! I hope you are well. Here I come with my third thread in this website, again to try to understand the differences between styles taught in dojos near where I live. As always, I keep in mind...
View ArticleAre the same techniques part of all Aikido styles?
Are some techniques exclusively to certain styles? Also, is there any general difference in terms of cardio or other things that goes around in different dojos? Simply put, how do they differ?
View ArticleBritish Aikido History from the 1950s
Hi, I would like to inform MT members of the new book "British Aikido History". I trust this is the right place to submit this info ? The book `British Aikido History` The story of two pioneers from...
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