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Teaching Martial Arts

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Below are some of the principles, or concepts that I use when teaching martial arts. Hopefully, you can use some of these concepts when you are teaching martial arts yourself.

I have been teaching Aikido to kids since 2019. Even before that I started teaching adults (occasionally). I currently hold a 2nd degree Dan in Aikido and a 1st degree Dan in Judo. A long time ago I have also taught Judo to kids. Since 2024 I teach Karate to kids. I currently hold a 2nd Kyu grade in Shotokan Karate. More info on my budo resume can be found here.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of Aikido over other martial arts?

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If someone would ask me about the pros and cons of practicing Aikido, then I wouldn’t be able to give them a short answer. Every positive thing I can think of comes with a negative. It all depends on your point of view and your objectives for training Aikido. It’s a Ying and Yang, or two sides of a coin kind of thing.

So here are the advantages and disadvantages of training and learning Aikido over other martial arts.

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Aikido training for children and its benefits

Aikido for kids

Aikido is a Japanese martial art that is based on the principles of non-violence and peaceful resolution of conflicts. This makes it an ideal choice for children, as it teaches them how to defend themselves while also promoting self-discipline, respect, and harmony. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of Aikido training for children and provide information on how to get your child started in Aikido classes.

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