Aikido: Discussed

Today, we're talking about the ins and outs of Kotegaeshi: what it is, what it does, and what it's good for.

This week, we wander a little as we talk about women and gender in Aikido.

This week, we're talking about how to get in your Aikido training when there's no dojo in sight.

This week, we're joined by Jaredd Wilson of Martial Thoughts Podcast as we talk about the connection between Aikido and Aikijutsu.

In this special bonus episode, Chris of Aikido: Discussed talks about his experience in Aikido with Jaredd Wilson of Martial Thoughts Podcast.

Original episode upload date: February 3rd, 2018

In this episode, we talk about the four steps to making Aiki(Kokyu, Musubi, Awase, and Zanshin) and why they are central to Aikido training.

Original episode upload date: March 27, 2018

This week, we discuss the one and only Ikkyo: what it is, what it does, and some common problems you might encounter with it. Oh, and don't mind the screaming, we're just at Six Flags Magic Mountain.

Original episode upload date: March 14, 2018

This week, we discuss the benefits and drawbacks of organized competition in Aikido, and why we don't see more competitions in the world of Aikido today.

Brace yourselves- this week, we're covering some of the infighting and disagreement in the Aikido community, and why it's so hard for Aikido groups to agree on things.

Original episode upload date: February 28, 2018

Today, we're talking about Aikido as a "complete" martial art for self defense. Is it "complete"? What does "complete" mean? Is there a "complete" martial art that exists?

Original episode upload date: February 21, 2018