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June 2008
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Aikido, Ki, and Perspectives on
Aikido
by George Mc Masters
Just a couple of points I would like to
voice - in response to the question of the existence of ki. A
long time before I began my training and study of Aikido, I felt or was
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The Sword of No-Sword, Life of the
Master Warrior Tesshu, author John Stevens
by Cheryl Matrasko
John Stevens’ book, The Sword of No-Sword, Life of the Master
Warrior Tesshu is an excellent biography of master swordsman,
Yamaoka Tesshu. Tesshu is revealed from his early years under
classical samurai training, through the development of his Sword of
No-Sword style, intertwined with his spiritual growth . .
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Spirit of Martial Arts?
by Cheryl Matrasko
Last month, I received an
e-mail from a reader that read my article on
Self-Training in Aikido. He
explained the he was not in active practice for health reasons and was
wondering:
" . . . how to "keep in
touch" with the spirit of the martial art... given that it's a martial
art dedicated to the improvement of humanity in general . . ."
Article by Cheryl Matrasko |
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Self Training in Aikido?
by Cheryl Matrasko
Just about every three days, I
receive e-mail requesting that I send a book or video to someone so that
they can learn Aikido by themselves. Sometimes the reasons vary:
there are no dojos close by, lack of good instructors, etc.
I received an e-mail a couple of minutes
ago with the following request . . .
Article
by Cheryl Matrasko |
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Interview with Renown Aikidoist John Stevens
by Cheryl
Matrasko
John
Stevens is an internationally acclaimed Aikidoka and one of the foremost authorities on
Aikido and Buddhist studies.
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SPECIAL MAJOR SEMINARS
New York, NY - Sept.
22nd - 24th, 2006
Hiroshi Ikeda, 7th
Dan, Shihan in seminar at
Bond Street Dojo
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AIKIDO PHOTOGRAPHS |
Newly Submitted Photos:
Thank you
Alessandro Tittarelli,
of Aiki Shuren Dojo Ancona,
of Ancona, Italy! Has shared his pictures of the late
Morihiro Saito, 9th Dan!
We have now two pages for Morihiro Saito thanks to
Aviv Goldsmith
and Alessandro Tittarelli!!!
Thank you
again to Sonja Jovovic of Yugoslav Tendoryu Organization!
She has generously sent us more pictures of her pictures of Kenji Shimizu, 8th Dan!
Thank you for sharing these with us. We have
Page 1
and
Page 2
of great photos from her.
Aviv Goldsmith generously shared his
collection with us! Thank you Aviv!
His collection includes: Morihiro Saito, 9th Dan, Bill Witt, 7th Dan, Tom
Bernice, 6th Dan, Dennis Tatoian, 6th Dan, Hans Goto, 6th Dan, Pat
Hendricks, 6th Dan, Hoa Newens, 6th Dan
Everyone, thank
you for your generosity. Our readers appreciate everyone that has
shared his/her photos and articles!
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THE BASICS OF
ABSORPTION AND METABOLISM OF A MEAL
by James Loeser
Americans typically eat 2-3 meals per day. The food we take
in during each meal is digested by the body, by a process called metabolism, a term
most people are familiar with; it can refer the to overall functioning of the body or it
can refer to specific bodily function, such as food metabolism.
What's the Story |
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The Sword of No-Sword, Life of the
Master Warrior Tesshu, author John Stevens
by Cheryl Matrasko
John Stevens’ book, The Sword of No-Sword, Life of the Master
Warrior Tesshu is an excellent biography of master swordsman,
Yamaoka Tesshu. Tesshu is revealed from his early years under
classical samurai training, through the development of his Sword of
No-Sword style, intertwined with his spiritual growth . .
What's
the story behind the book . . .
Budo Secrets
Teachings of the Martial Arts Masters
author
John Stevens
by Cheryl Matrasko
High on my list for both good reading and personal interest for
the serious Aikidoist is “Budo Secrets: Teachings of the Martial
Arts Masters”, by Professor John Stevens, published by
Shambhala, Publications, Inc. Boston & London.
What's
the story behind the book . . . |
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Aikido Photos
Submitted photos of Aikidoists
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Defense Problems with
Small Limbs
From an anonymous female reader:
I'm practicing Zenshin Karate and
absolutely hate sparring sessions as I always get hit. My blocks
aren't good and my punches never quite make it to the practicing
opponent. I'm of small build and believe my problems are because my
limbs are too short. Any tips on how I can improve??
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Comments from Readers |
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Discipline
and Training
Martial Arts or Formal Education?
Some time ago, someone sent me what appeared to
be a desperate letter questioning the legitimacy of some instructor that apparently opened
his doors and claimed to be fluent in many martial arts.
Article by Cheryl Matrasko |
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THE BASICS OF
ABSORPTION AND METABOLISM OF A MEAL
by James Loeser
Americans typically eat 2-3 meals per day. The food we take
in during each meal is digested by the body, by a process called metabolism, a term
most people are familiar with; it can refer the to overall functioning of the body or it
can refer to specific bodily function, such as food metabolism.
What's the Story |
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| Bushido,
Warrior Code of Conduct We
can hardly begin a discussion on Bushido without introducing the Samurai warrior. After
all, it is the Samurai that developed, chose, and dedicated their entire lives to the
unwritten code of conduct, known as Bushido. To do less, would be a dishonor to their
memory and the legacy of martial ways, which prevent us from being barbarous
savages.
The Samurai
Bushido
Origins
Bushido Additions
Article by Cheryl Matrasko |
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| Entering: Irimi and Tenkan Irimi is a method of entering an attack, as is tenkan.
The best way to understand irimi and tenkan is to know that they are both methods of
entering an attack for the best advantage. These two differ in the ways they undertake
this.
Article
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AIKIDO PHOTOS
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 Michio Hikitsuchi 10th Dan 1978
(C. Matrasko as uke)
© 1978 C. Matrasko
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