Takemusu Aikido Society

Today in Balbriggan Dojo we moved to Nikyo techniques: Tai Jutsu 🔹 Tai no Henko 🔹 Tai no Henko Ki no Nagare 🔹 Morotedori Kokyuho 🔹 Suwari Waza Shomen Uchi Nikyo Omote & Ura 🔹 Shomen Uchi Nikyo Omote & Ura 🔹 Zagi Kokyuho Bukiwaza: 🔹 13 no Jo Kata 🔹 13 no Jo Awase 💫  New to Aikido? We welcome practitioners of all ages and levels at  Takemusu Aikido Society . Whether you’re taking your first step or deepening your journey, there’s always something to learn and share. 🔗 Visit  www.aiki.ie  for details about our classes in  Ringsend  and  Balbriggan . #Aikido #TodayPractice #AikidoDublin #AikidoIreland #IwamaAikido #Iwama #AikidoAikikai #TakemusuAiki #OurPractice #AikidoFingal #AikidoBalbriggan #Balbriggan #TakemusuAikidoSociety #Osaewaza #Nagewaza #Bukiwaza #Taijutsu

Today in the Balbriggan Dojo, we concentrated on the basic Ikkyo forms: Tai Jutsu: Tai no Henko  Tai no Henko Ki no Nagare Morotedori Kokyuho Suwariwaza Shomen Uchi Ikkyo Omote & Ura Shomen Uchi Ikkyo Omote & Ura Zagi Kokyuho Bukiwaza: 13 no Jo Kata 13 no Jo Awase (Movements 1-3) 💫  New to Aikido? We welcome practitioners of all ages and levels at  Takemusu Aikido Society . Whether you’re taking your first step or deepening your journey, there’s always something to learn and share. 🔗 Visit  www.aiki.ie  for details about our classes in  Ringsend  and  Balbriggan . #Aikido #TodayPractice #AikidoDublin #AikidoIreland #IwamaAikido #Iwama #AikidoAikikai #TakemusuAiki #OurPractice #AikidoFingal #AikidoBalbriggan #Balbriggan #TakemusuAikidoSociety #Osaewaza #Nagewaza #Bukiwaza #Taijutsu

Today was a long day for Balbriggan Dojo. First, we had the regular class at Balbriggan Clubs Community Centre. The class was focused on Morotedori Kokyunage. Tai no Henko Tai no Henko Ki no Nagare Morotedori Kokyunage 1 Morotedori Kokyunage 2 (from up - down) Morotedori Kokyunage 3 (from down - up) Zagi Kokyuho Kihon Zagi Kokyuho Elbow Grab Then we moved to the pitch near Martello Tower and practised Jo for the next 1.5 hours: Jo Suburi. Tsuki no Bu: Chokuzuki Kaeshizuki Ushirozuki Tsuki Gedan Gaeshi Tsuki Jodan Gaeshi 13 no Jo Kata 13 no Jo Awase: Movements 1-3 Movements 4-6 Movements 7-9 Movements 10-13 We welcome practitioners of all levels and ages to join us at Takemusu Aikido Society. Whether you’re taking your first steps in Aikido or refining your skills, our classes offer something for everyone. For more details, visit our website at  www.aiki.ie . #aikido #todaypractice #aikidodublin #aikidoireland #iwamaaikido #iwama #aikidoaikikai #takemusuaiki #ourpractice #aikidofing...

Today at Ringsend Dojo, we deepened our study of the Jo , completing the final set of Jo Suburi : Nagare no Bu : Hidari Nagare Gaeshi Uchi Migi Nagare Gaeshi Tsuki Following this, we focused on the 13 no Jo Kata , honing the flow and precision of the movements. We then practised 13 no Jo Awase , breaking it into sections: Movements 1-3 Movements 4-6 Each segment offered insights into timing, coordination, and the interplay between partners. Join Us Explore the art of Aikido at Takemusu Aikido Society, where every session offers a blend of basics and dynamic practice. For more details, visit  www .aiki .ie . #aikido #ringsendaikido #jo #aikidodublin #aikidoireland #takemusuaikido #iwamaaikido #joawase #takemusuaikidosociety

Today at Ringsend Dojo, the chill in the air couldn't dampen our spirit and focus. We kept warm by diving straight into dynamic Jo practice. We began by revisiting last week's lessons: 6 no Jo Kata 6 no Jo Kata Awase Building on this foundation, we moved on to Jo Suburi, refining movements in two blocks: Katate no Bu (One-Handed Techniques): Katate Gedan Gaeshi Katate Toma Uchi Katate Hachinoji Gaeshi Hasso no Bu (Figure-Eight Techniques): Hasso Gaeshi Uchi Hasso Gaeshi Tsuki Hasso Gaeshi Ushirozuki Hasso Gaeshi Ushiro Uchi Hasso Gaeshi Ushiro Barai As the class progressed, we were introduced to a new sequence that brought an exciting challenge to our practice: 13 no Jo Kata The rhythmic flow of these movements and the focus required kept us engaged and invigorated, proving that Aikido training is the best way to shake off the cold! Join Us Explore the art of Aikido at Takemusu Aikido Society, where every session offers a blend of basics and dynamic practice. For more details, ...

Our assistant instructor, Jan , has been attending the International Aikido Seminar in Warsaw, Poland, hosted by Takemusu Aikido Warsaw (TAW) . While the seminar officially began on Saturday, Christian Taschner Sensei (5th Dan, Iwama Takemusu Aikido) led two classes on Friday night, providing a valuable introduction before the main sessions. Both classes were structured in the traditional Iwama Aikido style, starting with Aiki Ken and moving into Taijutsu . The classes were structured to help practitioners grasp the fundamental principles of movement, distance, and timing. These principles are the foundation for mastering more advanced techniques in future training. Friday’s Classes: First Class (Aiki Ken): 7 Suburi Migi & Hidari Awase Second Class (Taijutsu): Tai no Henko Morotedori Kokyuho Shomenuchi Ikkyo (Omote & Ura) Shiho Nage Kotegaeshi Suwari Waza Kokyuho During the Taijutsu class, Jan had the opportunity to train with Nina Fuggenthaler Sensei (3rd...

Today in Ringsend Dojo we did the techniques as follows: 6 no Jo Kata 13 no Jo Kata 31 no Jo Kata #aikido #todaypractice #ringsendaikido #aikidodublin #aikidoireland #iwamaaikido #iwama #aikidoaikikai #takemusuaiki #aikidoringsend #takemusuaikidosociety # www.aiki.ie

Yesterday we practised jo looking at the Balbriggan beach. The techniques covered: 13 no Jo Kata 13 no Jo Awase, movements 1 - 3 (step by step) #aikido #aikidobalbriggan #aikidodublin #aikidoireland #takemusuaikido #takemusuaikidofingal #aikidopractice #japanesemartialarts #balbriggan #mybalbriggan

 Techniques covered: Bukiwaza: Jo suburi: tsuki no bu 13 jo kata 31 jo Kata Taijutsu Tai no henko Tai no henko ki no nagare Morotedori kokyunage Kosadori Ikkyo Omote Zagi Kokyuho

We continue our outdoor sessions in Ringsnd park. The techniques covered: Tai-jutsu Tai-no-henko Tai-no-henko ki-no-nagare Morotedori kokyuho Katatedori ikkyo Bukiwaza 13 no jo kata 13 no jo awase Movements 1 - 13 Jo Awase (8 movements) 31 no jo kata

Despite the bad forecasts weather was amazing. We practised on the Balbriggan beach. The techniques covered: Tai-jutsu Tai-no-henko Tai-no-henko ki-no-nagare Morotedori kokyuho Morotedori ikkyo Katatedori ikkyo Bukiwaza 13 no jo kata 13 no jo awase Movements 1 - 3 Movements 4 - 6 Movements 1 - 6 Movements 7 - 9 Movements 10 - 13 Movements 1 - 13

It was a great day. We tried to do a few empty-handed techniques first time since the beginning of the pandemic. We also continued to study aiki-jo. The techniques covered: Tai-jutsu Tai-no-henko Tai-no-henko ki-no-nagare Morotedori kokyuho Bukiwaza Aiki-jo suburi Tsuki no bu Chokuzuki Kaeshizuki Ushirozuki Tsuki gedan gaeshi Tsuki jodan gaeshi Uchi no bu Shomen uchikomi Renzoku uchikomi Menuchi gedan gaeshi Menuchi ushirozuki Gyaku yokomen ushirozuki Katate no bu Katate gedan gaeshi Katate toma uchi Hachi no ji gaeshi Hasso no bu Hasso gaeshi uchi Hasso gaeshi tsuki Hasso gaeshi ushirozuki Hasso gaeshi ushiro uchi Hasso gaeshi ushiro barai Nagare no bu Hidari nagare gaeshi uchi Migi nagare gaeshi tsuki 13 no jo kata 13 no jo awase Movements 1 - 3 Movements 4 - 6

 We continued to study aiki-jo. The techniques covered: Aiki-jo suburi Tsuki no bu Chokuzuki Kaeshizuki Ushirozuki Tsuki gedan gaeshi Tsuki jodan gaeshi Uchi no bu Shomen uchikomi Renzoku uchikomi Menuchi gedan gaeshi Menuchi ushirozuki Gyaku yokomen ushirozuki Katate no bu Katate gedan gaeshi Katate toma uchi Hachi no ji gaeshi Hasso no bu Hasso gaeshi uchi Hasso gaeshi tsuki Hasso gaeshi ushirozuki Hasso gaeshi ushiro uchi Hasso gaeshi ushiro barai Nagare no bu Hidari nagare gaeshi uchi Migi nagare gaeshi tsuki 13 no jo kata 13 no jo awase Movements 1 - 3 Movements 4 - 6 Movements 7 - 9 Movements 10 - 13

 We continued to study jo on the beautiful beach in Balbriggan. The techniques covered: Aiki-jo suburi Tsuki no bu Chokuzuki Kaeshizuki Ushirozuki Tsuki gedan gaeshi Tsuki jodan gaeshi Uchi no bu Shomen uchikomi Renzoku uchikomi Menuchi gedan gaeshi Menuchi ushirozuki Gyaku yokomen ushirozuki Katate no bu Katate gedan gaeshi Katate toma uchi Hachi no ji gaeshi Hasso no bu Hasso gaeshi uchi Hasso gaeshi tsuki Hasso gaeshi ushirozuki Hasso gaeshi ushiro uchi Hasso gaeshi ushiro barai Nagare no bu Hidari nagare gaeshi uchi Migi nagare gaeshi tsuki 13 no jo kata 13 no jo awase Movements 1 - 3 Movements 4 - 6 Movements 1 - 6

Today we continued to study the basics of aiki-jo. Techniques covered:  Aiki-jo suburi Tsuki no bu Chokuzuki Kaeshizuki Ushirozuki Tsuki gedan gaeshi Tsuki jodan gaeshi Uchi no bu Shomen uchikomi Renzoku uchikomi Menuchi gedan gaeshi Menuchi ushirozuki Gyaku yokomen ushirozuki Katate no bu Katate gedan gaeshi Katate toma uchi Hachi no ji gaeshi Hasso no bu Hasso gaeshi uchi Hasso gaeshi tsuki Hasso gaeshi ushirozuki Hasso gaeshi ushiro uchi Hasso gaeshi ushiro barai Nagare no bu Hidari nagare gaeshi uchi Migi nagare gaeshi tsuki 6 no jo kata 6 no jo awase 13 no jo kata

It was great weather and intensive practice. Techniques covered:  Aiki-ken: Aiki ken Suburi Suburi 1 Suburi 2 Suburi 3 Suburi 4 Suburi 5 Suburi 6 Suburi 7 Zengogiri Shihogiri Suburi 1 Suburi 6 Suburi 7 Happogiri Suburi 1 Suburi 6 Suburi 7 Shikodachi  Aiki-jo:  Aiki-jo suburi Tsuki no bu Chokuzuki Kaeshizuki Ushirozuki Tsuki gedan gaeshi Tsuki jodan gaeshi Uchi no bu Shomen uchikomi Renzoku uchikomi Menuchi gedan gaeshi Menuchi ushirozuki Gyaku yokomen ushirozuki Katate no bu Katate gedan gaeshi Katate toma uchi Hachi no ji gaeshi Hasso no bu Hasso gaeshi uchi Hasso gaeshi tsuki Hasso gaeshi ushirozuki Hasso gaeshi ushiro uchi Hasso gaeshi ushiro barai Nagare no bu Hidari nagare gaeshi uchi Migi nagare gaeshi tsuki 20 jo suburi (from the mirrored stance) 6 jo kata 6 movements 5 movements 4 movements 13 jo kata 31 jo kata