Softness is one of the most misunderstood aspects of Aikido. In this video, Lia Suzuki explains why real softness requires responsiveness, structure, and years of repetition in training.

Many students believe they’re practicing Aikido basics—but unknowingly reinforce habits that limit progress. Learn three common mistakes involving maai, strength, and technique-collecting, and how to train more effectively.

Most Aikido students think that learning more techniques will make them better. But after nearly a decade training in Japan, I learned that real Aikido skill comes from going deeper into a few essential movements — not collecting more waza. In this post, I share stories from my training with T...