Hanmi Hanmi translates directly as half body stance. The front foot faces directly forward while the back foot is in-line and relatively perpendicular. Both feet are evenly weighted and are an appropriate distance apart allowing for easy movement in any direction. The knees are slightly bent with the back straight and shoulders relaxed. Arms are
Jeet Kune Do is a popular form of martial art that emphasizes philosophy and practical fighting skill over rigid movements and patterns. Though Jeet Kune Do styles vary from trainer to trainer, all share the common purpose of readying the student for realistic combat situations by avoiding telegraphed moves and keeping one’s opponent off balance. Jeet
Bullying is an epidemic. It is rampant, widespread, pervasive and the effects can be catastrophic. It occurs in our communities, in our schools – and sadly – even in our homes. Bullying statistics are staggering, scary and merit serious consideration and immediate action. Consider the following: Facts and Statistics 90% of students in grades 4-8
Homepage How to choose a good Aikido bokken to start your training What is an Aikido Bokken? A bokken is a tool or instrument that the Aikidoka uses to practice Aiki Ken or Sword curriculum of Aikido. In Aikido training, we use a wooden (Boku) sword (Ken) for safety reasons. Without further delay, here is
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Ukemi While we continue covering structure and foundation, we are expanding to include mae ukemi (forward rolls) and ushiro ukemi (backward rolls). With each of these ukemi (literally meaning to fall away from harm), we want to ensure that we are rolling across the sholders. When we do this, by turning our bodies to allow
Ukemi While we continue covering structure and foundation, we are expanding to include mae ukemi (forward rolls) and ushiro ukemi (backward rolls). With each of these ukemi (literally meaning to fall away from harm), we want to ensure that we are rolling across the sholders. When we do this, by turning our bodies to allow
Homepage Fumio Toyoda, Aikido Shihan, was born in Japan on November 8, 1947. The Toyoda name is an old one, ultimately traced back as a branch of the Fujiwara clan, one of the ancient noble families that vied for control during the early civil wars in Japan. It was such conflicts which ultimately led to
Ukemi While we continue covering structure and foundation, we are expanding to include mae ukemi (forward rolls) and ushiro ukemi (backward rolls). With each of these ukemi (literally meaning to fall away from harm), we want to ensure that we are rolling across the sholders. When we do this, by turning our bodies to allow
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Homepage Aikido Belts and Ranking System When it comes to martial arts, most people instantly assume that there is a belt system consisting of different colors to show rank. White is the most basic, blue is intermediate, and black is the highest. However, in regards to Aikido belts, this is not always the case. When
