Instructional video with Doug Wedell, Chief Instructor Seidokan Aikido of South Carolina, illustrating methods of throwing with the staff (Jo) against an attacker grabbing with both hands (Ryotemochi).
Answer? I would redirect the energy from my hara rather than to my hara. It should be directed back out the fingertips, elbow and any other vehicle to envelope the attacker with the circular reflection of his own attack...DW
practicing Aikido in Chicago for 10 years now, this is a very helpful video. great breakdown of the principle(s) of motion and mind. great instruction.
Answer? I would redirect the energy from my hara rather than to my hara. It should be directed back out the fingertips, elbow and any other vehicle to envelope the attacker with the circular reflection of his own attack...DW
MasaKatsuAiki 3 years ago