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Old 09-04-2008, 07:45 PM   #266
Kevin Leavitt
 
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Re: Defending Against Grappler Using Aikido

Rob, can you explain why you feel that way?

I agree with you based on our definition of internal training.

However, I think Roy brings an interesting an relevant perspective to aikido dealing with aliveness that is necessary.

Aiki is a particular concept.

Aikido, however, requires I think several elements to be really considered a martial art.

1. A framework or Waza.
2. Practiced with Aliveness.
3. Incorporates the concepts of Aiki.

Synergizing and putting this all together is key to what I personally want to do.

Your thoughts on why you don't consider this aiki based on the video would be very helpful.

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