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Old 02-09-2009, 09:27 PM   #7
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Dojo: aikido of charlotte
Location: Charlotte
Join Date: Aug 2000
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Re: Has Aikido ever helped you in a real fight?

Go drive down I-40 one exit (west) and watch Steve Kauffman at Open Sky Aikikai (Hillsborough). He has a pretty practical style. You will have to get off the exit. and drive until you cross under I-85 (Hillsborough). Its just past the underpass behind the Wendy's. I've taken aikido for 14 years and have seen Kaufman senesi's aikido numerous times. I think that observing several dojo would help answer your questions. Chris Crandall over in Raliegh has a very strong style also but I'm pretty sure Kaufman is closer to you.
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