Why Ukemi May Be the Most Important Skill in Aikido

Ukemi is about much more than falling safely. Explore how receiving techniques can improve timing, sensitivity, connection, and overall Aikido development.

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Why In-Person Aikido Training Still Matters

With so many videos, books, and online lessons available today, it’s easy to assume Aikido can be learned from a screen. In this video, Lia Suzuki explains why the real transmission of Aikido still happens in person.

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Why Aikido Feels Confusing at First (And Why That’s Normal)

Many people assume confusion in Aikido means they’re doing something wrong. In this post, Lia Suzuki explains why confusion is a natural and necessary part of learning, and how the body often learns before the mind.

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