Fast attacks can feel overwhelming — but speed itself isn’t usually the issue. In this week’s video, I talk about why our internal reaction to speed matters more than how fast an attack actually is, and how calm can be trained before pressure hits. If you’ve ever felt tense, flinchy, or mentally...

Many Aikido practitioners work hard on their stance—yet still feel slow, heavy, or slightly behind the moment. In this week’s video, I clarify a common misunderstanding: stability doesn’t come from fixing your feet or locking into a position. In fact, over-focusing on foot placement often create...

Many people assume stiff Aikido means they need better technique, more strength, or faster movement. In this week’s video, I explain why that’s rarely the real issue — and where smooth Aikido actually breaks down. If your practice feels choppy or disconnected, pay close attention to what happens...

Most people believe they’re training Aikido basics. But very often, they’re unknowingly reinforcing habits that slow their progress — sometimes for years. In a new video, I look at three subtle mistakes I see again and again in Aikido training. They’re not dramatic or obvious, but they affect di...

Can you improve your Aikido without a partner? Many people assume the answer is “not really”… but that’s not entirely true. Over the years, I’ve noticed something interesting: when students practice certain movements on their own — even small, subtle ones — they start developing better posture, ...

This week’s video dives into a topic that many Aikido students have heard of — but few truly understand: zanshin. Most people think zanshin is a dramatic pose at the end of a technique.But real zanshin is sustained mindfulness — the awareness you carry before, during, and after movement. In this...