Training Honestly (even while injured)
Two of the biggest questions and concerns from anyone considering training in any martial art:
1. How realistic or useful will this traini
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Sensei
May 16, 2018
Preparing for Kyu Testing - Sensei's Tips
True Victory is Victory Over Oneself.
The purpose of testing in Aikido (at least in our dojo) is much the same as when you pass a mile mar
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Sensei
May 3, 2018
FALL SEMINAR ANNOUNCEMENT!
Come spend time on America's #1 voted beach while training with two of the premier Aikido Sensei in the world.
See you on the mat,
Reuven
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Sensei
Apr 23, 2018
The Ukemi "Formula"
Taking ukemi is a matter of experience, but not in the way that you think. One of the most common questions asked by new students: "how...
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Sensei
Apr 19, 2018
APRIL NEWSLETTER Thank Yous, Summer Camp, and Welcome to New Members!
From Sensei's Desk: We have so much to be thankful for and it has only be a few months! Everyone's commitment and hard training is...
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Sensei
Apr 6, 2018
Aikido and Spousal Support
I've been blessed with a wife who quickly fell in love with Aikido. I had recently finished by 2 years living in the dojo under Stickles...
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Sensei
Mar 26, 2018
Lessons from the mat on Community Day
Wherever our lineage goes back to, serious and disciplined training are our common ancestor. About once a month or so, our dojo hosts a...
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Sensei
Mar 22, 2018
Sempai/Kohai Relationship in Martial Arts Training
It is the job of Sempai to guide and help kohai. It is the job of Kohai to always listen and do as Sempai says and does. Every dojo is...
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Sensei
Mar 15, 2018
Why Do Traditional Martial Arts Get a "Bad Rap"?
What does it mean to be a life long martial artist? Often times I am asked, "how long until I have my black belt", "how long until I can...
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Sensei
Feb 23, 2018
GRAND RE-OPENING SEMINAR SEPTEMBER!
PRE-REGISTRATION IS LIVE! GRAND RE-OPENING SEMINAR From Sensei's Desk: Join us this September for a very special seminar with Shihans...
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Sensei
Feb 17, 2018
"How can I help the dojo grow?"
BRING A FRIEND get 1 month FREE From Sensei's Desk: Thank you all for what has begun as an amazing year for our dojo here in Clearwater,...
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Sensei
Feb 5, 2018
What is the Best Exercise for Martial Arts?
Cardio. Weights. HIIT/Tabata. Yoga. Pad Striking. Kihon. Musubi. Kumitachi. Shiai. Machines. Gadgets/Gizmos. This is a topic we generally...
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Sensei
Jan 22, 2018
What is Self Defense in the Martial Arts?
Mindset. Grabbing. Punching. Distance. Kicking. Screaming. Biting. Comfort. Discomfort. Scratching. Sweeping. Locking. Pinning. Breaking....
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Sensei
Jan 8, 2018
The "3 Levels" of Aikido Training
There is something oddly comforting when you fall asleep in the dojo.
2 years I spent living in my sensei's dojo as his "uchi deshi"...
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Sensei
Nov 14, 2016
6th Kyu - The Beginning of Your Aikido Journey
In all martial arts there is rank and progressing through this rank can be confusing and frustrating. Here I attempt to make sense of the...
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