Re: Serious injuries or deaths in aikido
Unfortunately, many people learn the throw before they learn the fall. Also, exuberant nage wishing to improvise or show off often do not take into account the training level (or lack thereof) of their ukes. Randori can also get out of control. But it isn't a quilting bee. Accidents can and do happen, and the consequences are often serious. That's why self-control, safety and focus are so important. We all know this, yet we still sometimes falter. Sgt. Phil Esterhaus (Hill Street Blues) said it best: "Let's be careful out there..."
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