ASHI-SABAKI

Ashi-sabaki generically means foot work but for us it denotes a very specific relationship.  The solo form of practice will be similar to ikkyo.  Standing shizentai as a universal posture, lower the center and zone out with the fingers in the up position, elbow pointed toward your own hip.  Drive the fingers forward with theContinue reading “ASHI-SABAKI”

HUBUD AND REACTION DRILLS

“Why do you teach other drills, why don’t you stay with Aikido?” First I warned you at the onset that I am being selfish and I am experimenting. Furthermore, I am not convinced the traditional methods of monkey-see monkey-do teaching are the best.  Nor am I convinced that the exercises always get to the meat of theContinue reading “HUBUD AND REACTION DRILLS”