Shirata sensei’s Solo Body Movement Exercises (Integrating Internal Power, Aiki, and Martial Movement)
Solo Body Movement Exercises The general idea on the thirteen TDD is to introduce the elements of Aiki and then also show how these integrate with the basic body movements of Daito Ryu/Aikido. The TDD also offer a “lab like” environment in which to work and develop both Aiki and Read more…
Relating TDD 2 & 3 to Push Training In the following brief VLOG I relate the push training presented earlier to TDD 2 & 3. After this, I will share how TDD 2 & 3 relate to a common technique to help reads relate the TDD to their training, before Read more…
Once again I find myself giving a long-winded answer to a short and practical question. I am reposting my answer here in the hope that it might benefit others. Hi Steven, Feeling like one seems to stand when shifting mass-forward slightly is normal. It normally happens for one of two Read more…
We shot this video in preparation for beginning to introduce Shirata sensei’s Aiki Ken or Sho Chiku Bai Kenpo. As we were shooting I realized that we were covering the contents of TDD #13 as well. So I decided to cut that bit off and let it stand alone. I’m Read more…
After I video TDD #13, I will have introduced all of the basic Tandokudosa exercises. But wait, there’s more! Yes, Shirata sensei had a series of solo Ken exercises and Jo exercises too. My present thought is to introduce those as well, along with taking a look at “standard” Aiki Read more…
Here is an introduction to Tandokudosa 11 and 12. I’ll probably re-film and re-publish this later. But for now, this gives an idea of what is involved. You’ll notice that the center camera is crystal clear. Thank you to my Patreon and Paypal supporters for providing the means with which Read more…
Finished filming, beginning editing. Stay tuned! Allen
The following is an introduction to Tandokudosa 9 & 10. There isn’t enough time to go into detail, but I think the video will give people an idea of what they look like. Another BIG shout out to True Aiki’s Patreon supporters. You keep True Aiki up and available for Read more…
Hello True Aiki readers! I am pleased to present the latest VLOG on Tandokudosa 7 & 8, arms. It had been long enough since I had filmed and edited that: a) I had to take several takes b) I messed up the filming c) Had to film again on a Read more…
Hi All, Just wanted to let you know that filming for the next Vlog is finished and now in post production. I should have it out before the end of the week. Then, on to 9 and 10! ~Allen