In this advanced Aikido lesson, we explore the concept of redirecting attention from the point of contact to the center and space.

Learn how using the shoto (wakizashi) as a pointing and guiding tool can transform the way you approach techniques like ikkyo.

Through horse-lunging metaphors and g...

In this in-depth video from my recent 5-Day Summer Camp at my Los Angeles dojo, we continue working on suwari waza shomen uchi ikkyo but transition to a standing position. The focus of this session is learning how to shift your perspective from fixating on the contact point to understanding the f...

In this post, I share insights from my 5-Day Summer Camp, focusing on how to expand your perspective during Aikido practice. In this video, I demonstrate the importance of breaking free from the tunnel vision that can arise when we focus too much on the contact point. By using a shoto to connect ...

In this blog post, we delve into an advanced Aikido concept explored at my 5-Day Summer Camp. By shifting focus from the contact point to the bigger picture, we enhance our training and deepen our awareness of our partner’s movements. This video shows how employing a shoto to uke's base during su...

Do you catch yourself pushing during kokyunage or iriminage? In this behind-the-scenes look from our 5-Day Summer Camp in LA, you’ll see how blending shoto work with empty-hand techniques can reveal key improvements in your Aikido flow. A great lesson for those looking to refine their movement an...

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.

From my Los Angeles Summer Camp, this advanced Ikkyo workshop shows how moving between empty-hand and shoto training can sharpen your awareness and technique. Discover how switching modalities helps you feel and move through space more effectively. This is Part 2 of our Ikkyo exploration—don't mi...

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 ...

Are you looking to enhance your ikkyo technique while prioritizing proper posture and protecting your knees? At our Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we explored the art of maintaining good posture while transitioning to the tatami, ensuring both technique effectiveness and physical well-bein...

Do you encounter challenges when facing uke's formidable arm strength during ikkyo? At our Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we delved into a strategic approach that involves navigating the spaces between obstacles, rather than directly pushing against them.

During the seminar, the primary f...

Have you ever encountered the term "Rube Goldberg Machine," which illustrates a complex chain reaction? At our Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we explored how seemingly unrelated concepts can come together to enhance your Aikido practice, much like the intricate connections in such a machin...

Do your knees occasionally experience discomfort during Aikido training or even the day after? At our recent Aikido Summer Seminar in Los Angeles, we delved into a crucial aspect of ikkyo technique that focuses on preserving your knees' health and promoting graceful transitions.

During the semin...