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Written by Jay Lindholm
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Monday, 06 November 2006 |
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On Sunday November 5th, we had four tests, which included three rokyu tests and one nikyu test. Stephen Hughes, Colin Knox and Marty Herzog all tested for rokyu. A lot of preparation went into these tests and it showed. As each test candidate has improved a great deal while preparing for this test. All of them knew the required techniques and many more that were included in their test. In addition, they each displayed a good understanding of connection and basic aikido principles. Way to go Stephen, Colin and Marty!! Pamela survived the nikyu test while handling all techniques like she had been doing them all her life. She moved with purpose and connection and never appeared to be in hurry. She performed the kumi tachi like a pro and then had one of the most enjoyable randoris that we have seen. Her use of the mat, while remaining calm was awesome. She kept all of the ukes spread in a manner that made it look easy. Way to go Pamela on an awesome test! |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 06 October 2007 )
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Written by Todd Kammerer
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Friday, 03 November 2006 |
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This weekend we will have open mat for kyu test preparation on Saturday followed by kyu testing on Sunday. See schedule below.
- Saturday, November 4th - Open Mat 10:00AM to 11:30AM: We will have open mat time available for reviewing the upcoming kyu tests as well as general open mat time. All are welcome to participate in this 90 minute training session.
- Sunday, November 5th - Kyu Testing 2:45PM to 3:45PM: We will have kyu testing during the second class. We plan on going out for dinner immediately following and all are welcome to join.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 03 November 2006 )
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Written by Jay Lindholm
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Tuesday, 31 October 2006 |
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Last weekend Charles, Chad and I traveled to Boulder, Colorado for the annual Halloween Seminar with Saotome Sensei. This year the seminar seemed less crowded than those I have experienced in the previous years. This may simply be from training on a smaller mat space and then feeling less crowded on the larger mat in Boulder, as there were about 100 aikidoka present at this year’s seminar. Saotome Sensei worked on the important parts of establishing aiki from various attacks. This happened primarily from entering mentally first, owning the space prior to uke getting there. It was interesting to see how much this seminar paralleled what we had learned from George Ledyard Sensei just a few weeks earlier. It was incredible practice to work on these essential elements with the many aikidoka at the Halloween seminar. We also got to work on punching and kicking, which was exhilarating and a lot of fun. |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 31 October 2006 )
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Written by Todd Kammerer
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Tuesday, 31 October 2006 |
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On Sunday, while Jay Sensei, Chad and Charles were in Boulder enjoying the Halloween seminar, Michael and Shawn Young of Alamo City Aikido came up to train with us. It was a beautiful day and the energy with the 17 aikidoka on the mat was awesome! Mike taught two wonderful classes, first focusing on slow rolling and then working on the relation between breathing, expanding, intention and the connection with uke's center. This naturally led into an enjoyable practice, where we all enjoyed the opportunity to sweat during our dynamic training. Thank you Michael for teaching an incredible class and Shawn for coming up and enjoying the wonderful day with us. |
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Written by Todd Kammerer
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Monday, 30 October 2006 |
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Here is a quick update on our training schedule this week, Oct 30th through Nov 5th. All other classes will be at their normal day/time. - Tuesday, Oct 31st: Normal class schedule on Halloween
- Saturday, Nov 4th: Open mat for kyu test preparation from 10:00AM to 11:30AM
- Sunday, Nov 5th: Kyu testing during the second class (2:45PM to 3:45PM)
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Last Updated ( Monday, 30 October 2006 )
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Written by Todd Kammerer
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Sunday, 29 October 2006 |
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We now have several links for various video clips available online for our members. Simply login and then go to Video Clips located in the Media section of our website. These links are to clips found on YouTube, Yahoo Video and Google Video and include clips several Aikido Masters. |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 29 October 2006 )
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Written by Todd Kammerer
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Wednesday, 25 October 2006 |
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We now have our South Austin Aikido Handbook and Kyu Test Requirements available online for our members. Simply login and then click on "Member's Section" located in the User Menu. |
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