This week’s blog post takes you inside our Los Angeles Aikido Summer Camp, where we explored iriminage through both empty-hand and shoto practice. Discover how weapon work enhances your understanding of core techniques and adds nuance to your Aikido.

Explore tachidori (sword takeaway techniques) in this blog post inspired by my New Year’s seminar. After honing our jo techniques, we shifted to tachidori, bringing fresh challenges and opportunities for growth. Discover how these techniques can refine your Aikido practice.

Explore the power of centering and heaviness, via #NiNinGake (2-person attack) techniques in Aikido.

Join me as I share experiences from our 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles, delving into the benefits of this unique exercise for developing center-based techniques.

Discover how working on...

Explore the nuances of yokomenuchi attacks in Aikido with this in-depth video from our 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles.

Join Lia Suzuki Shihan, renowned Aikido instructor, as she guides practitioners through yokomenuchi training, focusing on common variations and techniques.

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Greetings Aikido enthusiasts! Dive into the realm of Aikido posture perfection with our latest blog post, where we revisit the highlights of our transformative 5-Day Aikido Summer Camp in Los Angeles last August.

Explore the nuances of posture awareness as we discuss common pitfalls like hunchin...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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 ...