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Old 02-01-2008, 07:36 AM   #11
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Join Date: Sep 2002
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Re: "Learning Aikido by Watching Aikido Video"

Video is an excellent aid in learning Aikido. But starting from scratch you can not learn Aikido strictly from video - especially not if you are just watching and do not have a partner training with you.

Even in class with a teacher, so many people make the same mistakes or have the same problem. Without correction, the techniques will never be developed correctly. And you can forget about ever developing a real feel for blending.

I am glad that I have my videos to look at after classes or semianrs, etc. I can also get some ideas by watching other videos. But learn the intracies of a new style: no way.

Jim Mc Coy
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