Relaxing on demand is not easy, especially when you are newer to the art.

Working with a partner and the practice of connection push us to understand others better. But what form does it take and how does it manifest in Aikido training?

How can we streamline our progress in Aikido? We all learn differently and simply sitting and watching a teacher silently demonstrate does not address individual differences. How would our trajectory be different, if we were aware of how we learn best and could communicate that to our teachers?

The ups and downs of adjusting to a new kind of practice during the pandemic.

Koppo is the “dark side” of Aikido training. Yes, the purpose of Aikido is healing; healing is the “light side” (as Sensei describes this, he holds his hand out and shows the top, then the bottom of his right hand).

Looking for the right balance in aikido practice.

The Eight Powers are an overview of all natural power.