Our discussion covers these two topics: What is aikido missing, and where did aikido stray off track?For more information about Spirit Aikido Online:http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonlinePaypal tipjar:https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Modern Aikidoist Podcast

Ep. 158: Where Did Aikido Go Wrong?

How can we train for 100% realism, with full intensity, without getting hurt or injured? This is the unsolvable problem with regards to training. It is often the excuse for training very lightly and not building adequate skill. This conversation is a deep dive into the matter and breaks down how to better look at it. We also discuss how to tackle training both safely and effectively to build the necessary skills to handle full intensity. For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 157: The Unsolvable Training Problem - with Steven Scott

We hear about how devastating an eye jab can be. Here we see how it goes and the effects of one. For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 156: A Study in Real Violence - The Eye Jab

Our discussion covers why we need to address this and some practical suggestions for how to approach doing it. We also dispel some myths regarding self-defense training. ﻿ For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 155: Adopting Self-Defense Training into Aikido

One of the most common clichés about self-defense is to "just run away" from violence. We discuss this in depth. For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 154: The "Run Away" Strategy - with Matt Stait

A picture is worth a thousand words, and a video even more. ﻿ For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 153: A Study in Real Violence - Best Example for Avoiding the Ground

Koichi Tohei codified four principles of ki, also referred to as the principles of mind-body unification. We discuss these principles and their relevance to aikido training. ﻿ For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 152: Koichi Tohei's Ki Principles - with Oliver Martinez

Martial artists often believe that they will never take part in a fight willingly. Is this belief true? Watch this video and give it some thought. For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 151: A Study in Real Violence - A Consensual Fight You Can't Avoid?

We go in depth on the controversial topic of whether aikido has enough within it to be a comprehensive art, or if it is merely an add on art as some believe it to be. This conversation goes some unexpected and interesting places! For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 150: Is Aikido a Complete Art? - with Dan Trailescu

We discuss training with a focus on real world situations, adopting skills and methods to make aikido applicable for self-defense. ﻿ For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 149: Training Aikido for Reality - with Martyn Williams

Movie and TV present martial arts and violence in a certain way. Whether we like it or not, it affects how we perceive them and forms our expectations. Our discussion covers both the positive and negative influences of entertainment on martial arts. ﻿ For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 148: Martial Arts in the Movies - with Dr. Jon Xue Zhang

Looking toward the positive, we try to identify aikido's biggest issues and discuss potential solutions towards a healthy future of the art. ﻿ For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 147: Aikido's Issues and Solutions - with Christopher Hein, Steven Scott & Robert Silas

There are many different perspectives on aikido, including the difference between so-called hard and soft styles. We get into the topic rather deeply, including the influence of Daito Ryu Aikijujitsu. ﻿ For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 146: Hard vs. Soft Aikido - with Robert Silas

We discuss the influence of rank, and even titles, within the martial arts and whether they are constructive. ﻿ For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 145: Ranks in Martial Arts - with Reg Sakamoto

There are many criticisms of aikido, and some are quite valid. We cover a number of them and the most common responses used to justify them. ﻿ For more information about Spirit Aikido Online: http://spiritaikido.com/spiritaikidoonline Paypal tipjar: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=B6AX94H6N4HBG

Ep. 144: Aikido's Criticisms and Excuses - with Brandon Needham and Dan Holloway

Thoughts and ideas for the modern aikidoist and any martial artists interested in aikido history, training, strategy, and growth.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/modern-aikidoist-podcast/donations

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