Aikido By the Bay

My good friend Joe Thambu Sensei back in 2005. Joe Sensei is now an 8th dan.

Segment from Yoshimitsu Yamada Sensei’s very first training video, shot at the original New York Aikikai in 1964. Video source: YouTube, New York Aikikai

Young looking Noro Sensei.

Came across this interesting clip from Bu-sen Milano, dated 2009. It shows an interesting counter attack against an ‘o-soto-gari’ throw. Apparently taken during a 5th dan test. Dangerous technique to try if inexperienced.

Shoji Nishio Sensei, defenses against weapons. 1973 demonstration.

KUMITACHI Ichi-no-Tachi & variations.

Kids class at Aikido By the Bay