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What makes this expression and the image that proposes it particularly interesting is the story it tells, well known to those who attended the Iwama Dojo when Saito Morihiro sensei was the custodian of Aiki Jinjia and directed the daily keiko.
26 Aug 2023, 18:15
Kiai are an integral part of traditional martial arts, of which Aikido is no exception.Kiai is an expression of the very essence of Budo.

Seito no Kangae

Reflections on our first Saturday Keiko of 2023.
Looking at specific areas within the solo practice of Aikido which help to develop the Powerhouse (Legs and Core)
The practice of Aikido is one activity which offers the opportunity to re connect to patterns of movement which can restore and build lost strength mobility and flexibility lost through inactivity.
This article is not really about what this is or how to achieve it. What you'll find here is my opinion of Mushin, which is in summary, very positive.
From many years of Aikido Keiko both in the U.K.and Japan I have witnessed many Aikido gradings