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Old 01-12-2011, 09:57 PM   #17
Janet Rosen
 
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Re: Aikijo

Hmmm ... Interesting semantic distinction and one I think we discussed a bit in another thread... FWIW, I see kata as a way to first develop "muscle memory" for correct movement, posture, timing, intent, etc then with more experience to start exploring deeper layers of how subtle body changes affect things.

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