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Kevin Leavitt · 03-16-2012, 07:38 AM

Hey Jason, I agree. The only problem with resistance is that it must be controlled and training must be progressive. It does no good, as you know, to practice against resistance without having the correct structure in place.

But, yes, you do have to have resistance. The biggest problem I have is trying to have uke move in a way that is in a tactically correct response. So, for me, I think it is important to learn to be a good uke first, although that is also a catch 22 as in order to be a good uke, you have to have a good nage as well.

so, for me, an instructor that mentors and fosters the correct responses, as you state is most important.

03-16-2012, 07:38 AM	#16
Kevin Leavitt Dojo: Team Combat USA Location: Olympia, Washington Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 4,376 Offline	Re: What is a great framework for learning (Aikido) ? Hey Jason, I agree. The only problem with resistance is that it must be controlled and training must be progressive. It does no good, as you know, to practice against resistance without having the correct structure in place. But, yes, you do have to have resistance. The biggest problem I have is trying to have uke move in a way that is in a tactically correct response. So, for me, I think it is important to learn to be a good uke first, although that is also a catch 22 as in order to be a good uke, you have to have a good nage as well. so, for me, an instructor that mentors and fosters the correct responses, as you state is most important.
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