We've been working on our Tai Sabaki (body shifting) a lot and using our techniques in comination with emono dori (weapon seizing) specifically the tanto (knife). What better "test" than markers taped to the blade and a white shirt? While this seemed a fun activity it had a serious element. In a knife conflict, you will VERY likely be cut. Minimizing the damage and taking away the weapon is the key to surviving a violent interaction. We don't want an altercation, but should we need to defend our

Kenji Ito sensei demonstrates shomenuchi kokyu nage after tai sabaki. 正面打ち自由技 --- https://www.youtube.com/@EnjoyAikido/playlists https://www.tiktok.com/@aikidoforfun?lang=en --- Disclaimer: there is NO claim that this video represents a real fight, or it trains for sparring, or it's the best application of techniques, or it's the best aikido demo, or that aikido is the best martial art ever (the deadliest, most divine, efficient, practical etc.). It is just an exercise. --- #Aikido​ #Jiyuwaza​ #

Tai sabaki - Movement and evasion