Yama Kawa Dojo

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Expand and draw out - take balance.
Notice if we push and pull.

Harmonize and blend - connect.
Notice if we collide and force.

Take balance to redirect and lead.
Notice if we grab and physically insist.

Surrender to allow - wait for it.
Notice if we use strength and force to make.

Immobilize and pin.
Notice if we cause excess pain to submit.

Aikido involves a mindset
present in manifested technique.
These notions, present (or not) can be visually observed.

Consider uke as a part of the whole, our interaction is connected and relational not separate and transactional.
Emphasize a heartened depth, reciprocity and mutual benefit.
Draw a distinction from the short term, singular benefit, a partial exchange that bears ‘no heart’.

Observe the dichotomy.
Increase awareness.
Mindfully train.

G. Breeland, 6th dan

As promised, special 4 week session.