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.

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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...

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Unlocking Aikido Posture Excellence: Insights from our 5-Day Summer Camp in Los Angeles

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...

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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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Elite Sports product review: JIU JITSU GI

I'm excited to be working with Elite Sports to try out their product!

We will come up with a review post once the product testing is done

Keep an eye out for these updates.

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Aikido Marketing Mastery: Attracting Young People to Your Dojo

Lots of people ask me how I attract young people to my dojo. I can tell you that it’s not a coincidence. There are certain steps that I’ve taken over the years that have led to more young people coming to my dojo than other Aikido dojos.

In today’s video, I’m going to...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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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Harnessing Kokyu Ho: Mindful Entry and Transformative Techniques

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...

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