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The Other Half of Aikido: Why Being Uke Is More Than Taking Falls

  Watch an Aikido demonstration, and it is easy to focus on the person performing the technique. They move off the line of attack. They turn. They redirect their partner’s balance. Someone falls. Naturally, our attention follows the person who appears to be in control. But there is another person participating in that exchange. The […]

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A Brief History of JKD

Jeet Kune Do is a popular form of martial art that emphasizes philosophy and practical fighting skill over rigid movements and patterns. Though Jeet Kune Do styles vary from trainer to trainer, all share the common purpose of readying the student for realistic combat situations by avoiding telegraphed moves and keeping one’s opponent off balance. Jeet

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Bullying is an Epedemic

Bullying is an epidemic. It is rampant, widespread, pervasive and the effects can be catastrophic. It occurs in our communities, in our schools – and sadly – even in our homes. Bullying statistics are staggering, scary and merit serious consideration and immediate action. Consider the following: Facts and Statistics 90% of students in grades 4-8

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Aikido

Ukemi While we continue covering structure and foundation, we are expanding to include mae ukemi (forward rolls) and ushiro ukemi (backward rolls). With each of these ukemi (literally meaning to fall away from harm), we want to ensure that we are rolling across the sholders. When we do this, by turning our bodies to allow

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