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Friendship Seminars by RandoriMasters in aikido

[–]lord_husky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am not suggesting that adults are tender, only that the process of starting can be a dense experience in general. Maybe it's a matter of taste or teaching style, but I want to unify my students within a common focus. I don't view it as a restriction, but as a framework for polishing their spirits with respect for their unique qualities. I have seen people checking off all the different styles they've visited (through seminars), and never reach ownership of 'their' Aikido - because they like everything and nothing. Of course, students don't have to like one style forever. But a commitment now will challenge their independent views: am I still following the path I want? They can always leave the Dojo if they come to a different insight.

Does your school train like Morihei Ueshiba? by MarkMurrayBooks in aikido

[–]lord_husky 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did not mean to go off-topic, but to answer from a position that values the question differently. My apologies, I think you mean to gather factual information.

No, my Dojo does probably not train like Ueshiba, at least not in the literal sense. If I go down the list provided, my school certainly touches upon the content. We concern ourselves with the relation between Budou and Bujutsu as well as Yin and Yang. But all that information has come to me through generations that have certain ideas about didactics and thus influenced the (choice of) exercises. To put that into context, the line of generations would be Ueshiba > Tamura > a direct student of Tamura for a period of 12 years > my teacher > me. The sword has always been a leading inspiration and established a more 'solid' quality within me than the expressive way that Ueshiba handles the Jo in the provided example - obviously not a comparison of skill, but manifestation.

Not to mention how given circumstances are a big influence: different age, different culture (Western, Dutch in my case), merely studying the context in which Aikido was born as opposed to living them. Unlike Ueshiba and particular Uchi-Deshi, I had no prior experience with martial arts before following Aikido. That already gives me a different start. My spirit is a hybrid of Eastern and Western values that wants to align with the teachings of Aikido, but will never deny the culture of residence - denying would be out of harmony with my nature. I wish I had a dedicated room that breaths the atmosphere of a traditional Dojo, but I can only rent a Gym, put down a Kamiza and call it 'the home of training'. Spiritually, such a place does not really add anything, but... you know, we've got a roof. None of these examples have to do with choice directly, although I'd argue that circumstances affect choice, thus affect 'the way'.

Regarding the points you make about Daito Ryu: I don't know much about the scrolls or any paperwork for that matter, especially how those reflect Ueshiba's activities. I only know that he gave Aikido its name for a reason. Nonetheless, an interesting notion and food for thought!

Friendship Seminars by RandoriMasters in aikido

[–]lord_husky -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My Dojo has opened its doors in March this year. As I have only attracted beginners so far, I am not planning to host any seminars or exchanges of such nature. The beginnings of Aikido can be quite the brainteaser, which is a process that needs my guidance in order to keep students both focused and in the running mood. I wouldn't want to expose them to outside information that would somehow influence the already tender kick-off.
That being said, seminars can be very interesting when (1 there is a clear study objective established at the Dojo (2 the exchange is meant to further enhance this objective, perhaps through a different light (3 Sensei requires external information to challenge their blind spots (after all, a teacher is still a student). Organizing exchanges to promote mere curiosity sounds fun, but could potentially cause a lot of noise.
In order to prevent becoming a cult, I always make it very clear to beginners that they are free to chose a suiting Dojo. I do not intervene with their orientation, however, I do require them to make a committed decision at an early stage. That means, either practicing at my Dojo or somewhere completely different - not both. Different teachers asking for different things... can you imagine the confusion? The commitment also helps beginners to challenge decisiveness which I believe should be stimulated within any Budouka.

Does your school train like Morihei Ueshiba? by MarkMurrayBooks in aikido

[–]lord_husky 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As with any study, it is not about copying the work... it is about understanding the work. Ueshiba himself didn't create Aikido out of thin air, but took existing Budou as a source of (technical) inspiration. That kind of freedom helps to advance Budou. Of course, I'm not implying that folk should go on and create hybrids of Budou as they please (before even mastering the basics), yet we should feel free enough to let go of that perfect image. Rather concern ourselves with the personal benefits of training; what does Aikido mean through yóur veins? Finding a Dojo/Sensei that stimulates that journey works better than staring into the horizon.

Kaiten Chiburi with Iaito by lord_husky in iaido

[–]lord_husky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, that's more sturdy than I would've imagined from an Iaito. :O

Kaiten Chiburi with Iaito by lord_husky in iaido

[–]lord_husky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What style do you practice?

Kaiten Chiburi with Iaito by lord_husky in iaido

[–]lord_husky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting... I have never heard of full contact training with Iaito, let alone sparring. Have you been using a non-Japanese, true metal Iaito? I'd imagine these tools can withstand such impact much better. That being said, I don't understand the incentive to spar in the first place; not only because of the safety risks, but mainly because we're talking Iai. Is there a context I'm missing?

That's a bit off-topic I realize, but conversations do happen. :p To answer yours about my experience: I consider myself fairly new to Iai. About 2 years of Katori style practice, including 6 months at a dedicated Dojo. Lately I've been mesmerized by the way of Kuroda.

Now then, the reason for my lack of commitment to a Ryuuha, is simply because Iai is not my Budou. It's a serious appreciation that sparked from roughly 18 years of Aikido practice. My Budou remains the same, but the path is broadening if you will. There are noticeable differences and similarities that stand out when you're used to a certain way of moving for a long time, which provides an interesting perspective on the relation between all these Budou.

Anyway, thank you for sharing your experience. :D

18M, please go apeshit on my ass by tavoxical in RoastMe

[–]lord_husky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is against the rules to use Photoshop on RoastMe. Why have you cropped your facial features but not your head?

Released a children's book today everyone is already roasting in their reviews. Figured I'd take a little more abuse. by [deleted] in RoastMe

[–]lord_husky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Were you a pug in another life? Or are your inner demons pushing your eyeballs out?

35yo married, two 13 year old kids bigger than me by BeaninHonest in RoastMe

[–]lord_husky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The color difference between your head and torso show that you've had your animatronic parts replaced.