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Old 10-20-2007, 11:58 AM   #20
aikidoc
Dojo: Aikido of Midland
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Re: Resisting Aikido Shihan

Chris your point is well taken and probably why the claims are somewhat ridiculous anyway. . Assuming of course that the challenging person has the abilities and skills to make the challenge. However, not all 70 year olds are out of shape. I've seen one where a student attempted to hit him with a boken full force and he was simple gone. Knowing how to move and redirect energy will give them a fighting chance in my opinion.