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🎥 WATCH: Why Aikido Progress Can’t Be Rushed

Have you ever felt like you’re behind in your Aikido progress? Behind others. Behind where you “should” be. Behind in rank or skill. This week’s video is about something most practitioners don’t talk about: Why Aikido can’t be rushed. And why trying to force progress can actually slow you down...

by Lia Suzuki — Mar 03, 2026 aikido aikido basics aikido mindset aikido training budo dojo training martial arts philosophy plateaus in training

🎥 WATCH: Why Maai Creates Calm (Not Panic) in Aikido

Most people think distance in Aikido is about how far apart you stand. It isn’t. Maai is a relationship — constantly shifting based on your partner, intent, timing, and presence. When distance is off, panic creeps in.When distance is right, movement becomes simple… and you suddenly have options....

by Lia Suzuki — Feb 24, 2026 aikido aikido basics aikido training beginners aikido distance dojo training maai timing

🎥 WATCH: Trying to Be Perfect Is Slowing You Down

Many people think progress in Aikido comes from getting everything exactly right. In reality, that mindset often creates tension, hesitation, and slower learning. In this week’s video, I talk about why real progress comes from repetition, exploration, and giving yourself permission to be wrong —...

by Lia Suzuki — Feb 17, 2026 aikido aikido basics aikido mindset aikido training beginners aikido dojo training martial arts learning repetition

🎥 WATCH: Why Watching Is a Core Skill in Aikido Training

Most Aikido students think progress only happens when they’re actively training. But some of the biggest breakthroughs happen when you’re simply watching. In this week’s training video, I share why observation is a core skill in Aikido — and how it develops perception, deepens understanding, and...

by Lia Suzuki — Feb 10, 2026 aikido aikido basics aikido mindset aikido training budo dojo training learning aikido observation perception ukemi

🎥 WATCH: Aikido for Beginners: What I Wish I Knew in My First Year

If you’re new to Aikido, there’s a moment that almost everyone goes through. The first few weeks feel exciting. You’re learning something new every class. Then, suddenly, it feels like you’ve hit a wall. Progress slows down. Frustration creeps in. And you start wondering if you’re doing something...

by Lia Suzuki — Jan 13, 2026 aikido aikido basics aikido for beginners martial arts training ukemi

🎥 WATCH: How to Stay Calm During Fast Attacks in Aikido

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...

by Lia Suzuki — Jan 06, 2026 aikido aikido basics aikido training calm under pressure martial arts mindset

🎥 WATCH: Why Fixing Your Feet Slows You Down

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...

by Lia Suzuki — Dec 30, 2025 aikido aikido basics aikido training posture solo training stability stance

🎥 WATCH: Why Your Aikido Doesn’t Feel Smooth Yet — And How to Fix It

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...

by Lia Suzuki — Dec 23, 2025 aikido aikido basics aikido flow aikido training martial arts practice zanshin

WATCH: Aikido Basics: 3 Mistakes That Quietly Slow Your Progress

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...

by Lia Suzuki — Dec 16, 2025 aikido aikido basics aikido concepts aikido for beginners aikido insights aikido principles aikido training martial arts training mindful movement

WATCH: 🌀How to Move From Your Center in Aikido (Real Balance & Power)

If your Aikido feels shaky, weak or disconnected, this is probably the reason: You're not moving from your center. And if your partner tells you that you're pushing with your arms, you're definitely not moving from your center. Today we're going to fix that. In this week’s video, we take a deep ...

by Lia Suzuki — Nov 18, 2025 aikido balance aikido basics aikido body movement aikido center aikido center line aikido coordination aikido improve balance aikido insights aikido kokyu aikido lessons aikido movement aikido partner drills aikido posture aikido power aikido solo drills aikido tanden aikido technique tips aikido training lia suzuki shihan move from center aikido

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