About Aikido
Principles of:
Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido
Keeping One Point
Relaxing Completely
Keeping Weight Underside
Extending Ki
Ki Breathing
Ki Meditation
Being Held
Training With:
The Jo (Wooden Staff)
The Bokken (Wooden Sword)
TRAINING WITH THE BOKKEN (WOODEN SWORD)
- HOLD THE BOKEN LIGHTLY.
- THE TIP OF THE BOKEN MUST BE CALM AND STEADY.
- MAKE USE OF THE WEIGHT OF THE BOKEN.
- DO NOT SLACKEN YOUR KI.
- CUT FIRST WITH THE MIND.