Ian,
There is only one other belt higher than me in this dojo.
Yes, he does treat me with more aggression. I have my thoughts on that as well. Off the mat, we are joking and talking. He brings his aggression to the mat.
For two years, I have studied solo with 3 black belt Aikido/Omei teachers before I came to this other dojo. I have never gotten hurt with con tolled techniques. Yet I was flying all around the room and being thrown in an Aikido style manner.
Thanks for your thoughts,
Jeanine
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