Doshu’s class
Learning: Space is crucial to do Aikido, how does this way of working changes the way you work? Welcome to Doshu’s class. As you might know the whole country is joining this special class. Space is usually limited to 1 square meter. (Or less.) We transfer the same feeling by shrinking the tatami to the […]
Clock work
Learning: A structured way of changing partners, without any ‘preselection’. Everyone finds a partner and before we start, stand in one big row. Remember who is next to you (left and right). Since you have to get back in the same position after doing the . Once you are ready to switch partners, you line […]
Same pace
Learning: When you work slow and step by step, everyone is forced to look into detail. In this workform we explain a technique in steps. Every step we make, we do all together so that everyone has the time to check if they are working correctly. Tip: When you are in the middle the outerst […]
Siamees ukemi
Doing the front roll hand in hand with a friend in line. Make sure everyone goes at the same pace. Also it’s possible to do a backroll. (Just remind them not to hit heads and let go of the hands when they feel pulled by their partner.) Learning: Straight ukemi works best Tip: No partner […]