Latest Jo instruction tsuki- yokomen. 2 versions 1-renzoku (with abbreviated Suijo) 2 standard
The videos are for basic instructional assistance only. Please examine them for all mistakes (perhaps similar to yours) and all the correct movements and feelings (maybe also similar to yours).
MAIDA SENSEI WEAPON ARTS
CHAIR WAZA
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IRIMI AND KOKYUDOSA
TAKEKIRU WITH BOKKEN
Takekiru (bamboo cutting) with Bokken originated from Tempu Nakamura Sensei of Tempukai and was brought into the Shinshin Toitsu Aikido world by Soshu Koichi Tohei. Soshu emphasized that the goal of any practice is to deepen our understanding of Ki principles, not just achieve physical results, and that's how we approach Takekiru. The videos below highlight unsuccessful and successful attempts, showing how small corrections and a shift in mindset can lead to improvement. Note the similar end posture of all the successful attempts, reflecting a deeper mind-body connection.