Quote:
Brian Rozell wrote:
I was just wondering if any of you have a chance to work on your aikido outside of class. If so has this mat time helped you to improve your aikido?
|
IMO, it's the only way to make any real progress in your training, particularly if the class is structured as is the all too typical : demo, practice. Demo new technique, practice. etc..
Quote:
I have only practiced for 3 years in an Aikikai dojo and feel that I am could use more unstructured mat time.
|
Do it.
Quote:
Does any one know if this is a common practice in dojos, or if Osensei allowed this at his dojo?
|
It is a common practice in many dojo. I'm curious why it matters whether O-sensei allowed it? Certainly he reputedly did a LOT of solo training, so I can't imagine why he wouldn't (or why it would matter).