In his article Diamond, Willow, Water, (Air), Jeff Dooley at Glimmerscape makes some interesting observations about the different forms of training that exist within every Aikido technique. These different forms aren’t formalised in the Phoenix Dojo (if they are, I’ve never heard them discussed in these terms), but they are nevertheless an integral part of [...]
Yesterday was kyu grading day at the Phoenix Aikido Club. Congratulations to everyone who successfully moved up to their next belt. One person failed to move from orange to green, which is always disappointing, but I’m sure she’ll sail through it at the next grading in July. The overall standard was good, and a few [...]
This weekend is the Kyu gradings at Phoenix Aikido Club. There is an extra class on Saturday, to which everyone who is grading or acting as Uke is expected (which you can read as required) to attend. The gradings themselves will take place on Sunday 20th March. Good luck to everyone taking a grading, and [...]
My name is Richard Smith. I draw cartoons and silly pictures for a living, and get thrown round by men (and women) in skirts for fun.
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