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Shannon Frye · 11-09-2005, 10:48 PM

At my dojo, sensei is always telling to "avoid the OTHER hand". Meaning, even though we are practicing unarmed, that doesnt mean an opponent will be. The hand you are in control of is not the problem..the other hand of uke is. I'd recommend picturing your uke armed.
On the other hand, with all the "connecting" and blending that this art requires, I can't imagine chosing this art while prefering to keep distance from your opponent. You might want to re-evaluate your needs and what art will best suit your preferences. If your not comfortable with an art, it's time to change arts.

Shannon

11-09-2005, 10:48 PM	#9
Shannon Frye Dojo: Aikido Fellowship of VA / Chesapeake Va Location: Virginia Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 184 Offline	Re: Heh, heres a different situation for ya. At my dojo, sensei is always telling to "avoid the OTHER hand". Meaning, even though we are practicing unarmed, that doesnt mean an opponent will be. The hand you are in control of is not the problem..the other hand of uke is. I'd recommend picturing your uke armed. On the other hand, with all the "connecting" and blending that this art requires, I can't imagine chosing this art while prefering to keep distance from your opponent. You might want to re-evaluate your needs and what art will best suit your preferences. If your not comfortable with an art, it's time to change arts. Shannon