wenn man auf einem Lehrgang geht zu Endo Sensei dann macht man auch mit im Aikido er kommt zu jedem und das ist bemerkenswert er ist nicht so arrogant wie die meisten Sensei´s
also ob Anfänger oder Fortgeschrittener hingehen und staunen
Endo sensei is beyond any martal art preception. I think he´s dewling in the escence of budo.
A real budo genius who is just creating from simple shomenuchi, katatedori etc. something unique, something that even he can´t repeat and he knows that , he is just flowing in the present doing perfect movements with abssolute detachtment of is own skill and acomplishment.
Sure. But what are martial arts then? How come the "fighting" in the east look like it does? And how come that the "fighting" in the west look like it does? Why do we belive in gospel, when they belive in understand things through experience?
I believe Aikido techniques can be done incidentally and accidentally. i like the 2.08 technique. I think it's applicable if someone no matter big grabs us in that angle with two hands. The rest look like dancing. But if Aikido has its own fans all over the world, why bother and argue about its effectiveness? not everybody learns MA to fight, but it will look more elegant if aikidoka stop claiming for something that you aren't nor don't do
Sure. But what are martial arts then? How come the "fighting" in the east look like it does? And how come that the "fighting" in the west look like it does? Why do we belive in gospel, when they belive in understand things through experience?
Glad you agree. We generate our power through our hips and legs. Maybe you should learn how to punch properly, then you'd know how to generate power using said body parts (see Bruce Lee) :) 押忍!
I've had the priviledge to be uke of Endo once, i must say it was amazing. He did not use a muscle... yet he had full control over me... truely masterful, i would recommend his seminars... and try to practice with him at least once... you wont regret it
The comment and other comments you've made here make it seem like you don't understand anything about what's happening in this video. How about asking some questions to people who practise this style of aikido to broaden the scope of your experience. I think there are a lot of people watching this video and others of Endo Sensei worth listening to.
I don't believe you can dismiss it outright as bullshit. Aikido is just very rehearsed/choreographed/"flow".
All martial arts have a use and purpose, even if they go 'rag doll' on each other instantly when touched by the sensei. Keep in mind, this is a demo; true aikido probably looks very different in action.
Whenever we do demonstrations we don't rehearse! I'm sick of hearing this. We train every day to respond to an attack, when we do a demo, thats all we're doing. Its just muscle memory, they've moved like that, so I respond like this' I believe thats the same as any martial art. It doesn't look real because the uke is complient. If he wasn't his arms/wrist/back would break.
Aand also, the better you are at Aikido, the les realistic it would look. Its because you're using little to no energy/effort. If you saw a 6th kyu whit belt, you'd say it looked more realistic, because he has to work and sweat to get the technique to work.
I have trained in Aikido for several years. We don't follow the methodology of soft flow. We don't apply the religious principles of Japanese Oomoto, which dictates soft flow. We practice Aiki methods of redirection and use the pins and various locks to subdue our opponent. We use real resistance (LIVE training) much like the BJJ guys do. We never use demonstrations in our training. Yes, we are Aikikai and Aikikai has various methodologies.
Why are you telling me this? I study Aikikai, I know what it is and isn't. I'm not the one who said it was rehearsed. And as foir salishaw saying it's not for self defense, i'd love to see you try to land a blow on endo sensei, or ueshiba doshu. You would fly
When Endo Sensei teaches a seminar, he throws everyone in the room. Some people try to challenge him and resist as an Uke and he still downs them as if it were nothing. His will take any form that is needed. In a way he reminds me of Hagihara Sensei. Soft, but having the capacity for destruction too.
Sorry. That post was a little loaded. It was my lame attempt at a joke. Lets just say that I've studied several styles of Aikido and this is light years softer. I will try to visit one of their dojos. Then maybe I will understand. Peace.
I don't take your comments as insults.Ignorance, yes.I don't mind that you don't practice aikido with realistic attacks. But could you please relabel it as Non-Martial Aikido. By the way your last comment was incredibly elitist. Like you are above it all because Aikido is above it all.
I have to agree with AurOra. He is spot on in his view from what I can see.
If we, stop start, this vid in many places we can see; powerful, martial, static technique, heavy energy and strong centre/entry. And lots of Aikido principles.
Big circles become - on the spot hip rotations e.g. 1:03 to 1:23 and is mostly, good solid technique.
He leads, redirects, and controls ukes centre/energy. Endos structure is solid.
Maybe some people who dont get this vid are threatened by his style.
rarely you find a person who knows hte principals of aikido and applies them like endo. However , i seen his other videos and in this one he much more harmonious free of tension and paced.
This is the softest Aikido I've ever seen.Maybe I'm missing something. I used to work out with one of his students.I found his techniques useless and he called my techniques "destructive and brutal". He kept telling me if I felt Endo do them I would get it. Honestly, could another student of Endo explain how what this guy does translates into effective martial arts. Please reply.
I am not endo or his students, but in my opinion you should first learn the basics of aikido and then build uppon them futher on. I do aikido and i have only 6th kuy but i alerady see his tenchiques teh same as ours only he has used his advanced understanding of the same principals and putt it into action. Why is his aikido different? i dont think so.
I don't know if this is what you are looking for in an answer, or even if I am close to being correct, but my feeling (I've trained with Endo Sensei quite a few times) is that he is trying to perform the technique using as little of his own energy as possible, so he blends seemlessly with their attack. Other styles accept the attack and then use the laws of physics and biology to create leverage against joints, which Endo Sensei doesn't do. That's why to many people it looks fake.
When he blends with the attack, it means the attack is completely neutralized - he takes their balance so quickly. In your original post, you said martial arts, and I think there's plenty going on there. In your reply here, you're saying self-defence, which is quite different. In terms of self-defence, he's only working with trained practitioners here, so they fall in a particular way. If they try to fall or attack in a different way, they'll get hurt VERY quickly. That could be self-defence?
I know that people are going to take this the wrong way but I don't see anything "martial" in this and I see no self defense. I understand about uke getting hurt if they react improperly. I don't see walking up and grabbing wrists as an end all for attack. Seriously Chopper, don't you think Endo should demonstrate from a strike to show that Aikido is more than just energy transfer?
I understand what you mean about not seeing anything 'martial'. Some people require something more energetic, more intent in the attack for it to qualify as such. People who've trained with Endo Sensei are often fans, with a lot of faith that his technique would be equally effective. I'm not necessarily a fan of any instructor, although I've trained with a lot at Hombu. But I do believe that his technique is still devastating against a more 'martial' attack.
...and I also believe that his students learn from attacking him in a more simulated way. It makes it more difficult to throw them. The stronger the attack, the easier it tends to be to throw people. But whether you are prepared to accept what I say and believe it yourself probably comes down to experience. It's a pretty big leap to be convinced of how 'effective' his self-defence is based on this video alone. And whether this makes it 'martial' or not is another such difference in perspective.
Ive been many times in Endo senseis Seminar, and I worked with Him. So, I felt the power in his movement But I think it is more important to do it „with a quiet mind. I read a little article with Endo sensei: „What are your thoughts on Aikido as a means of self-defense? Endo: You can only decide what attitude to take if you are faced with a self-defense situation!
AurOrah, It sounds like you are very excited and enthusiastic about Aikido. That is fantastic! But before you tell me to first learn the basics, understand I am a Nidan. I have learned the basics.I have trained with people who move in these subtle ways and that's fine. I believe a martial art should always contain the "martial". I don't see it in this example. Praising what you don't understand doesn't enlighten you. Peace.
You have a God complex. You pointed out your novice ranking and then posted as if you were the authority on Aikido. Stand by your words but I must tell you-engrossing in your dogma,although pleasing to you,does not enlighten me. Your words apply only to your ego.
I appologize to you , you are nidan and know more aikido and have more experience then me , i appologize because it may seem i am dissregarding your endevours, but it is not so.
I am just telling what i have learned, seen and understood..how could i do this any other way i do not know? I am again sorry because it is not nice to dissrespect my fellow aikidoka.
I also apologize. I only pointed out my rank because it seemed you were talking down to me. Let's move on. The Aikido I practice has defense from all types of punches,kicks,knife and gun attacks. We try to be as realistic as possible. Does that make it less of Aikido than what Endo teaches?
as you know , even if the atacker is agressive we do not need to become equally agressive , infact we could be more passive the more the atacker is forcefull and forcing towards our sphere..It all comes down to the aikidoka to how to utilise his own techniques .. to me th ebest is to be softer and softer , same as the attitude towards life
Agreed. The best way to win a fight is not be there.I think that some people practice aikido as martial art.some practice as more internal.This is more intrnal but more martial is good too.
We agree. The center of the circle is the calm.But my question was of the martial aspect. You can't tell me the attacks here are anything but soft offerings of extremeties.I would like to see Endo defending a realistic attack.
it kind of requires same answer my friend. as you again know all soft atacks represent ANY atack. It is impossible for me to telll you that edno would do what.. but i from my own experience the more i learned aikido the less dangerous did any sort of atack seem.. the more i understood the direction of an atack and the time of impact the less does it matter if its armed or not. It is safe to say that an experienced ma reacts not too fast and not too slow, understanding his own patterns and vs.
to be more precise, i must agree to the obvoius that any aikido wrist katadori or katatetori seems the least harmfull, therefore people of other princips and martial arts look down on the practice of aikido. The atackers in some case are carefull to advance towards someone who is good and dangerous, just like real life, this is a smart uke not a coward. Would any realistic atacker just runn right into you with a knife? i doubt that all of them would, a carefull uke sometimes IS a dangerous uke.
Let me rephrase.If a soft grip represents a real strike, then why not practice with a roundhouse punch once in a while? Or a backfist? I would not speculate how a real attacker would attack! That would certainly get me killed! Never assume.
I wont be suprised that you do not already know.. because its the direction in my view and teh force that matters , not the outer and external factors of an atack not the appearance.
I dont mean to dissrespect but a nidan should have by this time come to these conclusions.
Dont worry trust your aikido practice apply all yourself and you WILL be able to deffend yourself rightfully. To atack needs another mind sett that aikido does not teach directly.
It would be nice if all the commenters here would identify themselves as "Yes I have tried to lay hands on Endo sensei" or "No I have never been on the mat with Endo sensei."
On second thought, never mind. It's clear enough.
I can recommend his seminars. He goes around the mat and practices with all comers.
I have never met Endo but I did work out with a Shodan in his system and I can tell you that at least this guy's technique was weak at best. Some styles promote shodans with little understanding and that could be the case. The student did tell me that if I felt it from Endo I would be a believer.
I am not big into seminars. I've been to many and only a few were worth the admission price.
Well said, being martial is still possible without being forceful, but being soft and having relaxed movement. Lots of schools say they dont use strength but many of them do. when you use force, you stop practicing aikido, it is about harmony. This hit home yesterday when an iwama ryu student came to our dojo (Ki aikido) and tried to force his way through every technique and it was getting him nowhere. (no disrespect to Iwama ryu, it could be more down to the individual student than the style)
I am happy you see it "my" way! that is what i try to be all about, when you start using force or carelss ness you have stoped the practice of aikido. Even the ancestor of aikido , daito ruy aikijujutsu do not apply streangth they apply deadly application but still no real streangth because streangth goes against flow.. in other words wrong kind of ki such as muscle ki is like a brake on the movment kind of ki. both can rarely happen at the same time and hardly be nessecary to be either.
"It is the purpose of aikido to not manipulate at all". Strongly disagree. Wrist manipulations and balance taking are fundamentals.I don't get the tai-chi reference?
in aikido it is true that we must try to take the ukes balance, not unbalance him tho..we really do not turn and putt pressure on the wrists , we merely gently push and sugest the direction. Any of the above if you do in a class you would be told to not pressure/injure , and told not to drag your uke.
Instead using the center spherity and movement. Fundamental , we lead the oncoming energi not turn or twist or press it.
oh that's fine, im not saying he has to prove anything, im sure he's great at what he does, what i was after was to watch people fighting using real aikido in a street fight, cause i havent been able to find any
Are you talking about using Aikido for fighting, or for self defence? Because there's a huge difference, and Aikido is not about fighting (and, of course, catching real self defence situations on tape is pretty rare)
Ah well thanks, never realised it wasn't for fighting, but it crosses my mind what would happen if you chucked one of these senseis into an MMA ring and had to self defend against someone like royce gracie
Is it mainly just useful against people that don't know how to fight, like on the street?
Well you know, when it comes down to it it's all about the particular person and his way of training, rather than what particular style you're into :) I've seen Aikido-people who're very proficient "fighers" (although not pro in any sense), and I've seen MMA-people who uses "Aikido principles" incredibly well. You can find good stuff in all styles, what's important is the reason you practice
...today's lesson aside, yeah, it would be cool to see someone like Endo vs Royce Gracie ^^
MMA fighters are arguably NOT martial artists any more than boxers. Theyre extremely trained fighters who employ strategy, skill, endurance, & are bound by rules of their sport.
While highly skilled, none are the typical person that needs "self-defense". Theyre all huge, chiseled, and quite intimidating. Who would assault them?
True martial arts are for normal people...MMA guys are anything but normal. They train 5-7 days/wk & punish themselves in ways normal people wont.
hi all thanks for your messages. Would like to add my 2 cents worth. We live in a very diverse world, there are many different types of people in our world. Soft or Hard Aikido is really about experiences, culture & background. I admire steven seagal sensei, his Aikido may be hard and harsh but is absolutely practical and effective. I also admire Seichiro Endo Sensei, his Aikido is soft yet effective. There is a saying, To Each His Own. If there is no hard where can there is a soft?
I just met him this weekend. Endo Sensei is the rule deal and he has gone from hard to very gentle. He is down to earth and very approachable. He has enriched my approach to understanding the world around us and enrich my feeling towards the art of Aikido. I would be honoured to meet him again. A real Modern Samurai and a beautiful person.
most people get confuse about expression of aikido. Endo sensei perform aikido in a smooth and soft way. it doesn't mean that it is not effective or useless. In contract, it is much more difficult to do it fast. Just like Tai Chi and Wing Ching, both of them can practice slowly. the reason is to learn how to control yourself. if you can practice slowly, you can also do it quickly because you know how to control yourself.
Crap-ola. When will Aikido demonstrations have Uke's actually striking. This is dancing crap. I'd love to see this guy apply these to someone from another art that doesn't hold back. Aikido works, Seagal Sensei proves it many times in his demostrations, without silly dancing about! Of course, he's not nice,humble or kind, but his Aikido sure works!
As you have already noticed, this is a demonstration. That why those moves are done slowly and very clear. Because of this people actually see what is happening on the floor.
You don't understand nothing, Seagal is a buffoon. I worked with Endo and i can tell you he is a REAL MASTER. Seagal can't even do Randori, he escapes.
Oh, and man, Aikido IS a sort of dance, so SHUT UP!
Well, I'm not sure where escaping from Randori isn't doing Randori, but I will say this.. I'm not disrespecting Seichiro Endo here, his techinque is amazing... but the demonstration is IMHO very poorly done. It doesn't show the effectiveness of Aikido in a realistic way at all. I study Aikido, I know it works exceptionally well, and if quite effective. If you want to see real demos that show the true budo of Aikido, check out Nishio Sensei's videos. Nishio trained directly under O'Sensei.
However, I worked with Endo Sensei some years ago, i think he is a real Sensei, a Master. You can't feel his touch but you fallon the ground...he is fantastic!This is a demo, he makes clear movements to let people see and study Aikido.And, believe me his technique is not poor at all.
yes, he is great, long time ago, he visited Macau and i was still 5kye, i tried to hold his arms tight and push him. i felt like pushing a mountain and he stood still like rock. i was so amazing and he suddenly move his arms and applied Tenchinage. i loss balance immediately. he is also a nice, humble and kind man in my memory.
As I was the first time in Japan, I have a lot of the idea of the dance in Aikido. But believe me I could´t move theses dancers and not only that, they have me soft hit. I tried to do the same, but they were continuously moving and I was always falling at the floor again. Stupid uke ???
Everyone assumes that kicking and punching are the only way someone's going to attack you. But if you do a technique before the punch is fully delivered, is it any different from someone trying to grab your wrist or shirt collar?
Although this demonstration is great, don't you think it'd be impressive if a Sensei demonstrated a relaxed randori with someone with a muay thai/boxing, karate, or other MMA-ish background?
(d) the attacker are high ranks. They had a very good balance and don´t lose easy the reference of the space, that make possible this beautiful techniques.
No punching. No kicking. Nobody trying to attack quickly or realistically.
The "attacker" just holds one arm straight out away from their body, says "Hey old man would you like to grab my hand?" and walks slowly up to the guy.
I would call that ballet or a waltz, very beautiful choreography, but certainly not a fighter from any real-life street.
There's a lot to learn from this sensei's demo. Proper ma-ai, kuzushi, ki extension and keeping one point and proper frame of mind which would make it highly effective in a real life self defense situation.
It looks dance-like and the power of the technique is obviously obscured from the regular viewer, but it's there.
he moves like the wind. this is possibly the best display of Aikido I have or maybe will ever see. this is what it's all about.what an inspiration. i'm learning just by looking at this video.thanks for posting it.
I like the way he takes time to gather force before releasing it in a burst of momentum. He looks so relaxed, and his technique looks very economical and efficient. It reminds me of O-Sensei.
Endo sensei's aikido is magnificent: shisei, aiki, zanshin, irimi, all there. I've trained with people who've studied with him and their umeki is what it should be: aikido's ultimate weapon, the ability to "chose" to receive the technique and reposition the body (to allow kaeshiwaza) and keep the conection. This way you learn while falling and throwing: 100% usage of keiko.
I also had the chance to practice with him at Hombu Dojo and he's a deep inspiration to me in Brazil. Elegant, soft, creative, mysterious, simple but not easy. added to my favorites. tks
I had a chance to train with Endo Shihan in Seattle a few years ago. While he looks and is really soft, when he threw me kokyuho, i was slammed pretty damn good :) He emphasizes connection in his teaching, which you can see from this video.
wenn man auf einem Lehrgang geht zu Endo Sensei dann macht man auch mit im Aikido er kommt zu jedem und das ist bemerkenswert er ist nicht so arrogant wie die meisten Sensei´s
also ob Anfänger oder Fortgeschrittener hingehen und staunen
sandan1310 2 months ago
Mastery!!
boddumblues 8 months ago
Beautiful. The essence of budo.
Ursacke 8 months ago
the best .see you in paris
udekiminage 9 months ago
重心移動真棒!!
Temjin98 10 months ago
He is awesome, and the ukes too!!!!!!!!!!!!
mauriteinsh 11 months ago
Remarkable, truly excellent Aikido.
lopezb 1 year ago
Right now I'm searching where Sensei Endo's next seminar will be... his aikido suits me the best
sardinianwestcoast 1 year ago
Endo sensei is beyond any martal art preception. I think he´s dewling in the escence of budo.
A real budo genius who is just creating from simple shomenuchi, katatedori etc. something unique, something that even he can´t repeat and he knows that , he is just flowing in the present doing perfect movements with abssolute detachtment of is own skill and acomplishment.
that is true art.
heiandojo1 1 year ago
Wow. This was great!
furtom 1 year ago
Hello Seichiro Endo Sensei.
My name is Maxim Barabach.
Can you please do more videos?
Thank you.
MaximBarabach1 1 year ago
I have so much respect for Endo Sensei.He is a wonderful guy who is genuine and down to earth...Good clip thanks
Jahleim72Amaya 1 year ago
Water like a gentle water.
03sankyu 1 year ago
actually seagall's aikido used to be brutal but his more recent videos show that he has matured and become softer
bigkittysmile 1 year ago
@bigkittysmile there is no way in this life , seagal can be comparted to endo sensei
mauriteinsh 11 months ago
@mauriteinsh dont worry i wasnt comparting them.
bigkittysmile 11 months ago
As free as John Coltrane, as smooth as Jet Baker !
philoposos 1 year ago
i have no words
doctorpaz 1 year ago
amazing, not forzed inveolvet in it, only flowing like the river...
quixote1975 2 years ago
"Endo Shihan", with all my high respect himself, is a great living master and enlightens all other aikidokas. Thank you Great Master:) svs
arizonafb 2 years ago
non-violent, pure but effective.
lck79 2 years ago
excellent.
curlywolf 2 years ago
Truly a master of Aikido! I wish I have a chance to study under his system!
tsaikyle 2 years ago
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My dance company performs a dance similar to what is shown. Awesome dancing.
salishaw 2 years ago
Want you dance with him?
bitterappula 2 years ago
@bitterappula I would love to! XD
philoposos 1 year ago
Sucker
1codcod 2 years ago
Sure. But what are martial arts then? How come the "fighting" in the east look like it does? And how come that the "fighting" in the west look like it does? Why do we belive in gospel, when they belive in understand things through experience?
tallvagornashus 2 years ago
I believe Aikido techniques can be done incidentally and accidentally. i like the 2.08 technique. I think it's applicable if someone no matter big grabs us in that angle with two hands. The rest look like dancing. But if Aikido has its own fans all over the world, why bother and argue about its effectiveness? not everybody learns MA to fight, but it will look more elegant if aikidoka stop claiming for something that you aren't nor don't do
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Sure. But what are martial arts then? How come the "fighting" in the east look like it does? And how come that the "fighting" in the west look like it does? Why do we belive in gospel, when they belive in understand things through experience?
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Awesome ballerinas. Their dancing is fantastic. They have nice hips also.
salishaw 2 years ago
Glad you agree. We generate our power through our hips and legs. Maybe you should learn how to punch properly, then you'd know how to generate power using said body parts (see Bruce Lee) :) 押忍!
beardydave 2 years ago
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Japanese dancing...
salishaw 2 years ago
I've had the priviledge to be uke of Endo once, i must say it was amazing. He did not use a muscle... yet he had full control over me... truely masterful, i would recommend his seminars... and try to practice with him at least once... you wont regret it
TheDragonWhelp 2 years ago 9
@TheDragonWhelp is it wrong to me to believe this is how aikido should be? :( :D
TheRogueMonk 3 weeks ago
This video is terrible.
salishaw 2 years ago
The comment and other comments you've made here make it seem like you don't understand anything about what's happening in this video. How about asking some questions to people who practise this style of aikido to broaden the scope of your experience. I think there are a lot of people watching this video and others of Endo Sensei worth listening to.
Chopperfarkinrread 2 years ago
I think that the aikido is a dance, the uke never strikes, I see only Hand grasps and never punch, and the uke lets the master makes the teknich
juancafisioterapia 2 years ago
This is religious AIKIDO. Not for self defense!
salishaw 2 years ago
Awful shit. What the fuck kind of mickey mouse shit is this. That's not Aikido, it's men dancing together like two little ballerinas.
salishaw 2 years ago
I don't believe you can dismiss it outright as bullshit. Aikido is just very rehearsed/choreographed/"flow".
All martial arts have a use and purpose, even if they go 'rag doll' on each other instantly when touched by the sensei. Keep in mind, this is a demo; true aikido probably looks very different in action.
kmeyers85 2 years ago
Whenever we do demonstrations we don't rehearse! I'm sick of hearing this. We train every day to respond to an attack, when we do a demo, thats all we're doing. Its just muscle memory, they've moved like that, so I respond like this' I believe thats the same as any martial art. It doesn't look real because the uke is complient. If he wasn't his arms/wrist/back would break.
KurtCobain198666 2 years ago
Thanks for clarifying.
I figured a demo would be a set routine of techniques to be demonstrated. I didn't know that it was more of an improv thing.
I figured the 'complient' actions of the uke were for safety.
kmeyers85 2 years ago
Aand also, the better you are at Aikido, the les realistic it would look. Its because you're using little to no energy/effort. If you saw a 6th kyu whit belt, you'd say it looked more realistic, because he has to work and sweat to get the technique to work.
KurtCobain198666 2 years ago
I have trained in Aikido for several years. We don't follow the methodology of soft flow. We don't apply the religious principles of Japanese Oomoto, which dictates soft flow. We practice Aiki methods of redirection and use the pins and various locks to subdue our opponent. We use real resistance (LIVE training) much like the BJJ guys do. We never use demonstrations in our training. Yes, we are Aikikai and Aikikai has various methodologies.
salishaw 2 years ago
Why are you telling me this? I study Aikikai, I know what it is and isn't. I'm not the one who said it was rehearsed. And as foir salishaw saying it's not for self defense, i'd love to see you try to land a blow on endo sensei, or ueshiba doshu. You would fly
KurtCobain198666 2 years ago
LIVE training is better training overall. Demos don't test your ability.
This demo looks awful. Steven Seagal has much better demos.
salishaw 2 years ago
I would like to see you go up against him
defect530 2 years ago
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Aikitrad 3 years ago
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what a joke man.......god bless kickboxing!!! lol
ucramancrazy 3 years ago
When Endo Sensei teaches a seminar, he throws everyone in the room. Some people try to challenge him and resist as an Uke and he still downs them as if it were nothing. His will take any form that is needed. In a way he reminds me of Hagihara Sensei. Soft, but having the capacity for destruction too.
satoriinmotion 3 years ago
Sorry. That post was a little loaded. It was my lame attempt at a joke. Lets just say that I've studied several styles of Aikido and this is light years softer. I will try to visit one of their dojos. Then maybe I will understand. Peace.
aibuwarrior 3 years ago
I don't take your comments as insults.Ignorance, yes.I don't mind that you don't practice aikido with realistic attacks. But could you please relabel it as Non-Martial Aikido. By the way your last comment was incredibly elitist. Like you are above it all because Aikido is above it all.
aibuwarrior 3 years ago
why do my reply come on top? and not under fudo9? youtube is a mess :(
Aur0rah 3 years ago
I have to agree with AurOra. He is spot on in his view from what I can see.
If we, stop start, this vid in many places we can see; powerful, martial, static technique, heavy energy and strong centre/entry. And lots of Aikido principles.
Big circles become - on the spot hip rotations e.g. 1:03 to 1:23 and is mostly, good solid technique.
He leads, redirects, and controls ukes centre/energy. Endos structure is solid.
Maybe some people who dont get this vid are threatened by his style.
fudo9 3 years ago
Thank you!
Aur0rah 3 years ago
rarely you find a person who knows hte principals of aikido and applies them like endo. However , i seen his other videos and in this one he much more harmonious free of tension and paced.
Aur0rah 3 years ago
This is the softest Aikido I've ever seen.Maybe I'm missing something. I used to work out with one of his students.I found his techniques useless and he called my techniques "destructive and brutal". He kept telling me if I felt Endo do them I would get it. Honestly, could another student of Endo explain how what this guy does translates into effective martial arts. Please reply.
aibuwarrior 3 years ago
he said the same to me!
mrsausage1 3 years ago
I am not endo or his students, but in my opinion you should first learn the basics of aikido and then build uppon them futher on. I do aikido and i have only 6th kuy but i alerady see his tenchiques teh same as ours only he has used his advanced understanding of the same principals and putt it into action. Why is his aikido different? i dont think so.
Aur0rah 3 years ago
I don't know if this is what you are looking for in an answer, or even if I am close to being correct, but my feeling (I've trained with Endo Sensei quite a few times) is that he is trying to perform the technique using as little of his own energy as possible, so he blends seemlessly with their attack. Other styles accept the attack and then use the laws of physics and biology to create leverage against joints, which Endo Sensei doesn't do. That's why to many people it looks fake.
Chopperfarkinrread 2 years ago
I am not saying his technique is fake. I am saying that I don't believe this practice is conducive to self-defense.
aibuwarrior 2 years ago
When he blends with the attack, it means the attack is completely neutralized - he takes their balance so quickly. In your original post, you said martial arts, and I think there's plenty going on there. In your reply here, you're saying self-defence, which is quite different. In terms of self-defence, he's only working with trained practitioners here, so they fall in a particular way. If they try to fall or attack in a different way, they'll get hurt VERY quickly. That could be self-defence?
Chopperfarkinrread 2 years ago
I know that people are going to take this the wrong way but I don't see anything "martial" in this and I see no self defense. I understand about uke getting hurt if they react improperly. I don't see walking up and grabbing wrists as an end all for attack. Seriously Chopper, don't you think Endo should demonstrate from a strike to show that Aikido is more than just energy transfer?
aibuwarrior 2 years ago
I understand what you mean about not seeing anything 'martial'. Some people require something more energetic, more intent in the attack for it to qualify as such. People who've trained with Endo Sensei are often fans, with a lot of faith that his technique would be equally effective. I'm not necessarily a fan of any instructor, although I've trained with a lot at Hombu. But I do believe that his technique is still devastating against a more 'martial' attack.
Chopperfarkinrread 2 years ago
...and I also believe that his students learn from attacking him in a more simulated way. It makes it more difficult to throw them. The stronger the attack, the easier it tends to be to throw people. But whether you are prepared to accept what I say and believe it yourself probably comes down to experience. It's a pretty big leap to be convinced of how 'effective' his self-defence is based on this video alone. And whether this makes it 'martial' or not is another such difference in perspective.
Chopperfarkinrread 2 years ago 3
@Chopperfarkinrread expertly put
samstreet101 1 year ago
On the other hand
Ive been many times in Endo senseis Seminar, and I worked with Him. So, I felt the power in his movement But I think it is more important to do it „with a quiet mind. I read a little article with Endo sensei: „What are your thoughts on Aikido as a means of self-defense? Endo: You can only decide what attitude to take if you are faced with a self-defense situation!
SzvetekA 2 years ago
pinche ruco mamador, de tres putasos lo dejo invalido
Israelsb89 3 years ago
It looks to me like hes rocked his tanden forward and is sitting on it.
He drops heavy energy, body weight, into the mat and is
extremely heavy. (Yang style Taichi).
He moves Uke into his centre. Uke is moving and is easy to keep moving. Its like standing on the riverside and pulling a boat. It is easy to move.
He is demonstrating manipulating centre and balance.
In parts it must be very powerful.
I think he is a true master and does not need brutality to manipulate the human form.
fudo9 3 years ago
It is the purpose of aikido to not manipulate at all. This is no taichi this is what we all in aikido are working towards.
Aur0rah 3 years ago
AurOrah, It sounds like you are very excited and enthusiastic about Aikido. That is fantastic! But before you tell me to first learn the basics, understand I am a Nidan. I have learned the basics.I have trained with people who move in these subtle ways and that's fine. I believe a martial art should always contain the "martial". I don't see it in this example. Praising what you don't understand doesn't enlighten you. Peace.
aibuwarrior 3 years ago
As i have said to others.. you can be whatever dan you want. I still stand by my words and they apply to anyone and everyone.
Aur0rah 3 years ago
You have a God complex. You pointed out your novice ranking and then posted as if you were the authority on Aikido. Stand by your words but I must tell you-engrossing in your dogma,although pleasing to you,does not enlighten me. Your words apply only to your ego.
aibuwarrior 3 years ago
I appologize to you , you are nidan and know more aikido and have more experience then me , i appologize because it may seem i am dissregarding your endevours, but it is not so.
I am just telling what i have learned, seen and understood..how could i do this any other way i do not know? I am again sorry because it is not nice to dissrespect my fellow aikidoka.
Aur0rah 3 years ago
I also apologize. I only pointed out my rank because it seemed you were talking down to me. Let's move on. The Aikido I practice has defense from all types of punches,kicks,knife and gun attacks. We try to be as realistic as possible. Does that make it less of Aikido than what Endo teaches?
aibuwarrior 3 years ago
as you know , even if the atacker is agressive we do not need to become equally agressive , infact we could be more passive the more the atacker is forcefull and forcing towards our sphere..It all comes down to the aikidoka to how to utilise his own techniques .. to me th ebest is to be softer and softer , same as the attitude towards life
Aur0rah 3 years ago
Agreed. The best way to win a fight is not be there.I think that some people practice aikido as martial art.some practice as more internal.This is more intrnal but more martial is good too.
greshamweed 3 years ago
We agree. The center of the circle is the calm.But my question was of the martial aspect. You can't tell me the attacks here are anything but soft offerings of extremeties.I would like to see Endo defending a realistic attack.
aibuwarrior 3 years ago
it kind of requires same answer my friend. as you again know all soft atacks represent ANY atack. It is impossible for me to telll you that edno would do what.. but i from my own experience the more i learned aikido the less dangerous did any sort of atack seem.. the more i understood the direction of an atack and the time of impact the less does it matter if its armed or not. It is safe to say that an experienced ma reacts not too fast and not too slow, understanding his own patterns and vs.
Aur0rah 3 years ago
to be more precise, i must agree to the obvoius that any aikido wrist katadori or katatetori seems the least harmfull, therefore people of other princips and martial arts look down on the practice of aikido. The atackers in some case are carefull to advance towards someone who is good and dangerous, just like real life, this is a smart uke not a coward. Would any realistic atacker just runn right into you with a knife? i doubt that all of them would, a carefull uke sometimes IS a dangerous uke.
Aur0rah 3 years ago
Let me rephrase.If a soft grip represents a real strike, then why not practice with a roundhouse punch once in a while? Or a backfist? I would not speculate how a real attacker would attack! That would certainly get me killed! Never assume.
aibuwarrior 3 years ago
I wont be suprised that you do not already know.. because its the direction in my view and teh force that matters , not the outer and external factors of an atack not the appearance.
I dont mean to dissrespect but a nidan should have by this time come to these conclusions.
Dont worry trust your aikido practice apply all yourself and you WILL be able to deffend yourself rightfully. To atack needs another mind sett that aikido does not teach directly.
Aur0rah 3 years ago
It would be nice if all the commenters here would identify themselves as "Yes I have tried to lay hands on Endo sensei" or "No I have never been on the mat with Endo sensei."
On second thought, never mind. It's clear enough.
I can recommend his seminars. He goes around the mat and practices with all comers.
frooodd 2 years ago
I have never met Endo but I did work out with a Shodan in his system and I can tell you that at least this guy's technique was weak at best. Some styles promote shodans with little understanding and that could be the case. The student did tell me that if I felt it from Endo I would be a believer.
I am not big into seminars. I've been to many and only a few were worth the admission price.
aibuwarrior 2 years ago
Well said, being martial is still possible without being forceful, but being soft and having relaxed movement. Lots of schools say they dont use strength but many of them do. when you use force, you stop practicing aikido, it is about harmony. This hit home yesterday when an iwama ryu student came to our dojo (Ki aikido) and tried to force his way through every technique and it was getting him nowhere. (no disrespect to Iwama ryu, it could be more down to the individual student than the style)
samstreet101 3 years ago
I am happy you see it "my" way! that is what i try to be all about, when you start using force or carelss ness you have stoped the practice of aikido. Even the ancestor of aikido , daito ruy aikijujutsu do not apply streangth they apply deadly application but still no real streangth because streangth goes against flow.. in other words wrong kind of ki such as muscle ki is like a brake on the movment kind of ki. both can rarely happen at the same time and hardly be nessecary to be either.
Aur0rah 3 years ago
"It is the purpose of aikido to not manipulate at all". Strongly disagree. Wrist manipulations and balance taking are fundamentals.I don't get the tai-chi reference?
cradlecoffer 3 years ago
i normally wouldt reply to such a comment.
in aikido it is true that we must try to take the ukes balance, not unbalance him tho..we really do not turn and putt pressure on the wrists , we merely gently push and sugest the direction. Any of the above if you do in a class you would be told to not pressure/injure , and told not to drag your uke.
Instead using the center spherity and movement. Fundamental , we lead the oncoming energi not turn or twist or press it.
Aur0rah 3 years ago
for all those aikido students who like to talk bad. . hmmmm
Says alot about their own capabilities in understanding and integrity
Eyemachus 3 years ago
This guy's an insult to real master's like Helio:
ww.youtube. c om/watch?v=bQmz1YDVt3c
4c00h 3 years ago
Well, Gracie is an real insult to real heroes like superman..
seishinbudojo 3 years ago
hahahahah true.. true
4c00h 3 years ago
O god, he can use lighting! Look at 0:53!
SangerZonvolt 3 years ago
BTW ,
I'm judging you people, how does that feel?
Eyemachus 3 years ago
AIKIDO, Here's my challenge, Who can define it?
Who is so great here to judge it?
Endo sensei is an 8th Dan, I'm amazed people have the freedom to comment on whatever they like
SHAMELESSLY =D
Eyemachus 3 years ago
for those who like aikido the hard way, for those who like aikido the "very effective way"
That IS YOUR FREAKING INTEREST.
You learn aikido, for goodness sake behave like a proper aikido student...
What happened to humility and sincerity?
WENT DOWN YOUR DRAIN DUDES?
Eyemachus 3 years ago
Aikido is ART, not a sport :)
If it is self defence, street figth or mma fighting then you are looking for something else.
skoami 3 years ago
Maybe only Tissier Sensei has the same clearness. I hope to met him a day.
yakusokukeiko 3 years ago
scommettiamo che con un colpo della mia pistola, lo faccio fuori?
BooooGheR 3 years ago
they all look so sweet, sweet as pie
shaw0032 3 years ago
i dont mean to come across as ignorant but could someone post a video of endo sensei in a real fight? anyone can show a good exhibition
4c00h 3 years ago
please read my post in his 44th all aikido demo.
ficklampa1 3 years ago
i read it, where does he actually show his fighting skills in a real fight though? anyone can fight something that doesnt hit back
has he ever fought anyone and are there any videos of it or is it all fabulous looking demonstrations?
4c00h 3 years ago
i cant answer you on that beacause i do not know.
however i do know that that is not his purpose in pursuing aikido...so why should be have to prove any such skills?
ficklampa1 3 years ago
oh that's fine, im not saying he has to prove anything, im sure he's great at what he does, what i was after was to watch people fighting using real aikido in a street fight, cause i havent been able to find any
4c00h 3 years ago
Are you talking about using Aikido for fighting, or for self defence? Because there's a huge difference, and Aikido is not about fighting (and, of course, catching real self defence situations on tape is pretty rare)
Marxama 3 years ago
Ah well thanks, never realised it wasn't for fighting, but it crosses my mind what would happen if you chucked one of these senseis into an MMA ring and had to self defend against someone like royce gracie
Is it mainly just useful against people that don't know how to fight, like on the street?
4c00h 3 years ago
Well you know, when it comes down to it it's all about the particular person and his way of training, rather than what particular style you're into :) I've seen Aikido-people who're very proficient "fighers" (although not pro in any sense), and I've seen MMA-people who uses "Aikido principles" incredibly well. You can find good stuff in all styles, what's important is the reason you practice
...today's lesson aside, yeah, it would be cool to see someone like Endo vs Royce Gracie ^^
Marxama 3 years ago
MMA fighters are arguably NOT martial artists any more than boxers. Theyre extremely trained fighters who employ strategy, skill, endurance, & are bound by rules of their sport.
While highly skilled, none are the typical person that needs "self-defense". Theyre all huge, chiseled, and quite intimidating. Who would assault them?
True martial arts are for normal people...MMA guys are anything but normal. They train 5-7 days/wk & punish themselves in ways normal people wont.
ddease2 3 years ago
there is a video of tohei where he handles a reporter who is claimed to have trained som wrestling.
it is perhaps not the best demo for what you are looking for but closer than most you will find.
look it up.
rendevouz with adventure is what the documentary the reporters did is called.
ficklampa1 3 years ago
Watch Chiba Sensei WAKE UP!!!
WolftownTV 3 years ago
Excellent ukes. And, well, superb, superb Endo Shihan.
joseartigas 3 years ago
hi all thanks for your messages. Would like to add my 2 cents worth. We live in a very diverse world, there are many different types of people in our world. Soft or Hard Aikido is really about experiences, culture & background. I admire steven seagal sensei, his Aikido may be hard and harsh but is absolutely practical and effective. I also admire Seichiro Endo Sensei, his Aikido is soft yet effective. There is a saying, To Each His Own. If there is no hard where can there is a soft?
alvintanhk123 3 years ago
I just met him this weekend. Endo Sensei is the rule deal and he has gone from hard to very gentle. He is down to earth and very approachable. He has enriched my approach to understanding the world around us and enrich my feeling towards the art of Aikido. I would be honoured to meet him again. A real Modern Samurai and a beautiful person.
hang99 3 years ago
Admirable ... Endo in my top 5 adorable shihan
Poor on you guys that never experience this kind of aikido.
Kick and punch is kid stuff ... for real aikidoka .....
zhentzu 3 years ago
most people get confuse about expression of aikido. Endo sensei perform aikido in a smooth and soft way. it doesn't mean that it is not effective or useless. In contract, it is much more difficult to do it fast. Just like Tai Chi and Wing Ching, both of them can practice slowly. the reason is to learn how to control yourself. if you can practice slowly, you can also do it quickly because you know how to control yourself.
thkun33 3 years ago
awesome
SenseiStrange 4 years ago
Oh, and have you ever met Philippe Gouttard Sensei? He's french and he's great!I adore him!
SionTor 4 years ago
Crap-ola. When will Aikido demonstrations have Uke's actually striking. This is dancing crap. I'd love to see this guy apply these to someone from another art that doesn't hold back. Aikido works, Seagal Sensei proves it many times in his demostrations, without silly dancing about! Of course, he's not nice,humble or kind, but his Aikido sure works!
SRVYJM 4 years ago
As you have already noticed, this is a demonstration. That why those moves are done slowly and very clear. Because of this people actually see what is happening on the floor.
Trekker84 4 years ago 3
You don't understand nothing, Seagal is a buffoon. I worked with Endo and i can tell you he is a REAL MASTER. Seagal can't even do Randori, he escapes.
Oh, and man, Aikido IS a sort of dance, so SHUT UP!
SionTor 4 years ago
Well, I'm not sure where escaping from Randori isn't doing Randori, but I will say this.. I'm not disrespecting Seichiro Endo here, his techinque is amazing... but the demonstration is IMHO very poorly done. It doesn't show the effectiveness of Aikido in a realistic way at all. I study Aikido, I know it works exceptionally well, and if quite effective. If you want to see real demos that show the true budo of Aikido, check out Nishio Sensei's videos. Nishio trained directly under O'Sensei.
SRVYJM 4 years ago
Randori is not escaping.
However, I worked with Endo Sensei some years ago, i think he is a real Sensei, a Master. You can't feel his touch but you fallon the ground...he is fantastic!This is a demo, he makes clear movements to let people see and study Aikido.And, believe me his technique is not poor at all.
SionTor 4 years ago
... do u have any idea how great endo sensei is? cant u see he doesnt even allow uke to get hold of his hand?
plus, in aikido certain techniques if done at full speed, the impact is very hard. This means... dangerous.
An uke is a friend, you dont hurt your friend just bcos you want to look cool throwing someone 10 feet away.
meiers 4 years ago
yes, he is great, long time ago, he visited Macau and i was still 5kye, i tried to hold his arms tight and push him. i felt like pushing a mountain and he stood still like rock. i was so amazing and he suddenly move his arms and applied Tenchinage. i loss balance immediately. he is also a nice, humble and kind man in my memory.
thkun33 4 years ago
Fantastic at 1:20. Brilliant.
BLUEMIU 4 years ago
He is a great Master
Vladzen 4 years ago
This comment has received too many negative votes show
Dancing around CRAP, stupid uke, punch or kick.
shaw0032 4 years ago
As I was the first time in Japan, I have a lot of the idea of the dance in Aikido. But believe me I could´t move theses dancers and not only that, they have me soft hit. I tried to do the same, but they were continuously moving and I was always falling at the floor again. Stupid uke ???
patodefuego 4 years ago
ladies and gentle men seichir ENDO presenting AIKIDO
THIS is aikido
Aur0rah 4 years ago
you guys shud go to his practice seminar in august its at the SAKU dojo its one of the best seminars i have been to
RedDynasty05 4 years ago
him and osaya are the two sides of the same blade
Aur0rah 4 years ago
i want more
Aur0rah 4 years ago
hmmmm is that tanaka as uke LOL endo sensei aikido is very soft and flowing very circular
RedDynasty05 4 years ago
i love this aikido
Aur0rah 4 years ago
yea i love his style of aikido too
RedDynasty05 4 years ago
"This is what Aikido should be....Seichiro Endo Sensei in 42th All-Japan Demo"
Who said this?
flintstonecom 4 years ago
Everyone assumes that kicking and punching are the only way someone's going to attack you. But if you do a technique before the punch is fully delivered, is it any different from someone trying to grab your wrist or shirt collar?
WaitingforGuiteau 4 years ago
Although this demonstration is great, don't you think it'd be impressive if a Sensei demonstrated a relaxed randori with someone with a muay thai/boxing, karate, or other MMA-ish background?
drktmplar 4 years ago
Yeah IF, That's the million dollar unknown. The reality is that you will get hit in a real fight and these techniques want work.
shaw0032 4 years ago
(a) It's a demonstration so it's going slower
(b) You've never been thrown by someone at that rank, so you have no idea how hard those throws actually are
(c) If someone threw a "real punch or kick" the technique would be adapted accordingly
WaitingforGuiteau 4 years ago
(d) the attacker are high ranks. They had a very good balance and don´t lose easy the reference of the space, that make possible this beautiful techniques.
patodefuego 4 years ago
Why are they dancing?
Nobody's even pretending to punch or kick. Very strange.
Zmythe 5 years ago
you dont see the attacks?
they are there though he intercepts most of them very early.
ficklampa1 4 years ago
No punching. No kicking. Nobody trying to attack quickly or realistically.
The "attacker" just holds one arm straight out away from their body, says "Hey old man would you like to grab my hand?" and walks slowly up to the guy.
I would call that ballet or a waltz, very beautiful choreography, but certainly not a fighter from any real-life street.
Zmythe 4 years ago
There's a lot to learn from this sensei's demo. Proper ma-ai, kuzushi, ki extension and keeping one point and proper frame of mind which would make it highly effective in a real life self defense situation.
It looks dance-like and the power of the technique is obviously obscured from the regular viewer, but it's there.
wawisan 4 years ago
beautiful demonstration of aikido.. a pleasure to watch.. spirit and harmony for sure.
22utuber 5 years ago
I don't get tired watching this video. It's just like discovering something new each time. He makes it look so easy. Thanks for posting!
wawisan 5 years ago
he moves like the wind. this is possibly the best display of Aikido I have or maybe will ever see. this is what it's all about.what an inspiration. i'm learning just by looking at this video.thanks for posting it.
Darryld1 5 years ago
Genial!!! trabajo suave sin ningun atisbo de fuerza.
Centro potente.Mucho Juego de desiquilibrio. Muy Buen Sensei
Aikiaitor 5 years ago
Even with the jerky streaming, Endo's technique remains smoooth
sammyurai 5 years ago
Like many, I've watched countless hours of Aikido on youtube, but I've never seen anything like this man. he is absolutley incredible.
drjaspar 5 years ago
I like the way he takes time to gather force before releasing it in a burst of momentum. He looks so relaxed, and his technique looks very economical and efficient. It reminds me of O-Sensei.
illzone 5 years ago
Endo sensei's aikido is magnificent: shisei, aiki, zanshin, irimi, all there. I've trained with people who've studied with him and their umeki is what it should be: aikido's ultimate weapon, the ability to "chose" to receive the technique and reposition the body (to allow kaeshiwaza) and keep the conection. This way you learn while falling and throwing: 100% usage of keiko.
daigoro111 5 years ago
Very nice video!
Marcoshary 5 years ago
I also had the chance to practice with him at Hombu Dojo and he's a deep inspiration to me in Brazil. Elegant, soft, creative, mysterious, simple but not easy. added to my favorites. tks
zerobueno 5 years ago
After Seattle, he came to Georgia to his student's dojo in Commerce. Grabbing the guy is like tickling a freight train. So incredible, so solid.
dawolfie 5 years ago
I had a chance to train with Endo Shihan in Seattle a few years ago. While he looks and is really soft, when he threw me kokyuho, i was slammed pretty damn good :) He emphasizes connection in his teaching, which you can see from this video.
zendragons 5 years ago
Where's Endo Sensei from? He's so soft, fluid and a kinda slow to normal eyes yet his opponents were broken balance like hell. Admirable.
gambard 5 years ago
This is Endo Sensei.
gyudien 5 years ago