The real target always was, has been, and will be the mind of the opponent. And so now we get to the crux of the matter – how do we control the mind of another? Leading the spirit, capturing ki, are just poor descriptors for what is now better labeled psychological operations (psyops)[1] or better still,Continue reading “MENTAL COMBAT”
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RYOTEDORI 2
In ryotedori we explored the double hand grab as an indexing lesson. Ryotedori tenshinage is a double-inside hand positioning with nage remaining on the inside line – facing the opponent in front. The other body relationship is to zone out – which can be done with either a half or a full tenkan. This is a flankingContinue reading “RYOTEDORI 2”
CHRIS MULLIGAN
Mulligan Sensei is currently 6th Dan and, with his wife Okamoto sensei, runs Aikido Kyoto. Okamoto and Mulligan sensei started the Kyoto dojo upon their return to Japan in 2003. Before Kyoto, Mulligan and Okamoto sensei founded Portland Aikikai. But the journey started well before then. _______________________________ Mulligan Sensei, thank you for taking the time to giveContinue reading “CHRIS MULLIGAN”
Protective Arts 