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FAIRBAIRN AND SYKES

Originally this post was titled “Shooting to Live” to make sure that the classic text would be available. It has been expanded (and may continue to be updated) to better serve as a reference for the men who were pioneers and innovators – but more importantly – men who actually used the techniques they taught. WilliamContinue reading “FAIRBAIRN AND SYKES”

BIBLIOGRAPHY

Here is a link to my research Bibliography and it is weighted to Aikido as my alma mater but there are other resources found there. It is by no means exhaustive but it may prove useful to help you along your path. There are additional evolving imbedded links and suggestions here. I recommend paper copies –Continue reading “BIBLIOGRAPHY”

SINAWALI in AIKIDO

This morning was a focus on the basic sinawali pattern at first merely to learn the drill. There are numerous online references to help remind you of the basic pattern. YouTube is an amazing resource if you can discern the true from the false. Techniques and tricks that once were only taught in person and at seminars thatContinue reading “SINAWALI in AIKIDO”