A Zen story on confusing cause and effect with the realisation of what is 'already the case'. It recounts the first meeting between Mazu and Huairang, and is one of the most famous encounters of Zen history. Huairang: Why are you sitting in meditation? Mazu: Because I want to become a Buddha. Huairang: Why are … Continue reading WE EMBARK ON A JOURNEY TO RETURN TO THE PLACE WE NEVER LEFT…
In this long form interview between Jesper L. S. Nordin, a distinguished Danish conductor, and Lewis Bernaldo de Quiros, 6th Dan Aikikai, a dialogue begins to unfold on the essence of Aikido as a martial art - its goals, purpose, and appeal in our modern age - and topics relating to issues we encounter on … Continue reading 11 QUESTIONS ABOUT AIKIDO
"Aikido is the manifestation of the principle of the sword in the movement of the body" – Shoji Nishio Sensei REGISTER 'THE SPIRIT OF THE SWORD'Takemusu Aikido Seminar 27-29 OCTOBER 2023 with Michael Ormerod NORFOLK, UK - Hosted by Chet Valley Aikido https://www.youtube.com/shorts/H_IKXE2URdM The idea for this Seminar is not only to explore the various … Continue reading ‘THE SPIRIT OF THE SWORD’
Demonstrated and explained by Lewis Bernaldo de Quiros, 6th Dan Aikikai. With Arjan de Haan, 5th Dan Aikikai - Takemusu Aikido Weesp Developed by the late Saito Morihiro Sensei (9th dan) these are jo partner exercises (kumijo) which explore particular issues of timing, distancing, and angles - with an emphasis on combat applicability. They can … Continue reading 10 KUMIJO EXPLAINED
A farmer came to see the Buddha for a solution to the problems in his life. My first problem is my work, he began: "I like farming, but sometimes it doesn't rain enough, and my crops fail. Last year we nearly starved. And sometimes it rains too much, so my yields aren't what I'd like … Continue reading I CAN’T HELP YOU
Join us for our next Online Workshop... TANREN: Tanren (鍛錬 / "forging") signifies the gradual and meticulous process of forging metal through repeated strikes, used in a martial arts meaning the fortification of the whole self, body and mind. Many traditional Japanese arts include Tanren practices as foundational practices before the training begins, or as … Continue reading TANREN WORKSHOP – OCTOBER 2023
Nov 23-26, 2023 - Motril, Spain Join us in Motril (Spain) for the 2023 Winter Intensive …Aikido in the sun! Date: November 23rd-26th, 2023 Location: Takemusu Aikido Motril Dojo Calle Acequia Chica, 18600 Motril, Granada - Spain Cost: 60 euros - Full Intensive 40 euros - 2 Days 20 euros - 1 Day (Payment to … Continue reading 2023 WINTER INTENSIVE
"Being ‘just present’, although natural, is somewhat unusual for most of us amidst the generally high pace and stress of modern life. How often nowadays do we see others in a moment of inactivity ‘just being’?"
Aikido Online September Workshop The next Online Aikido Workshop of 2023 will explore the theme: 🌱 Nourishing the Root🗓️ SATURDAY, 30th SEPTEMBER 2023With Michael Ormerod - 3rd Dan Aikikai In this Aikido Online Workshop, we will delve into the profound concept of 'nourishing the root.' This powerful metaphor highlights the importance of nurturing the fundamental … Continue reading September Workshop / THEME: ‘Nourishing the Root…’
Source: Aiki News #58 (October 1983) There is a subject of considerable importance that we have dealt with on several occasions in this publication. I would like, however, to broach it again in a more systematic manner. I refer to the topic of aikido training injuries. When aikido is talked about in print, the focus … Continue reading Aikido and Injuries by Stanley Pranin
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