Unlocking Aikido Mastery: Centered Attacks and Innovations in Ikkyo Training Revealed

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...

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Aikido in Japan: 3 Essential Tips for an Authentic Experience, Part 2

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'...

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Aikido in Japan: 3 Essential Tips for an Authentic Experience, Part 1

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...

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Mastering Iriminage: The Art of Soft Touch in Aikido Unveiled

🥷 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 ...

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Unlocking Aikido Mastery: Shomen Uchi Iriminage Secrets Revealed from Our Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles!

Greetings, Aikido enthusiasts! Welcome to an exclusive glimpse into the heart of our 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp held in the vibrant city of Los Angeles last August. In this special session, we focused on the intricate details of Shomen Uchi Iriminage, unraveling its secrets for practitioners seekin...

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Happy Thanksgiving (WATCH Lia Suzuki's Virtual Dojo)

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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.

Instead of a new seminar clip this week, I thought I'd send you a link for an overview of my entire YouTub...

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Elevating Aikido Techniques: Katadori Continued - Standing Edition

Join us for the next chapter in our Aikido journey!

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 t...

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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 nag...

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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 pract...

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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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Exploring the Intricacies of Shoto in Aikido: Unveiling Hidden Tensions and Enhancing Techniques

Dive deeper into your Aikido practice, as we unravel the mysteries of shoto techniques in this comprehensive blog post. Have you ever questioned the potential dangers of using shoto in your Aikido practice? Our detailed analysis delves into the reasons behind this vulnerability, shedding light on...

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Top 5 Videos: #1: Iriminage - Reversing the turn - YouTube 1 Year Anniv Celebration!

As you may have already heard, I’m celebrating the 1 year anniversary of launching my YouTube channel by sharing my 5 most popular videos of the last 12 months.

Today’s video is the final video in this series. In other words, it’s THE most popular video on my channel over the last 12 months.

Ch...

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