SHOMEN VS YOKOMEN

We are now moving to the specifics of attack with the focus on shomen vs yokomen. Shomen should be an easy attack.  Nothing could be more visually clear than a direct overhead attack.  However the mechanics deserve a close internal read and we used the sword as that feedback devise.   An iaito makes it easierContinue reading “SHOMEN VS YOKOMEN”

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”