by Samurai1 | Feb 17, 2017 | Praxis
Original is to be found on this blog. Shared with the kind permission of author. In my Aikido training, I have been exposed to a number of concepts my Western mind finds fascinating. Among these are the opposing concepts of Ai-Uchi and Ai-Nuke. The first, Ai-Uchi,...
by Samurai1 | Jan 29, 2016 | Theory
When do classes take place? Monday 6pm – 8pm / Wednesday 6pm – 8pm / Saturday 3pm – 5.30pm What is your location? http://wikimapia.org/34653575/Mushin-Ronin-Nishio-Ryu-Aikido-Dojo Visitors from other dojos? Every and all visitors from other...
by Samurai1 | Jan 29, 2016 | Praxis
The following is a list of attributes which you may improve through training Aikido, besides improved flexibility and other physical health benefits while participating in a group sport. Jogging, the visit of a fitness studio or a yoga class are by all means rewarding...
by Samurai1 | Jan 29, 2016 | Praxis
by Samurai1 | Jan 29, 2016 | Theory
A dojo (道場 dōjō?) is a Japanese term which literally means “place of the way”. Initially, dōjōs were adjunct to temples. The term can refer to a formal training place for any of the Japanese do arts but typically it is considered the formal gathering place for...