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Old 10-14-2009, 01:42 PM   #31
Rob Watson
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Re: Why do people think Aikido does not work?

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Reuben Yap wrote: View Post
The problem is the traditional dojo environment does not put you in the stress levels necessary to get you mentally prepared for a real conflict.
Train with Shibata Ichiro shihan and when asked to attack really try to crack him in the head. Get ready for the adrenaline. I'd say after a year of such practice you'll be ready for anything.

I'm certain there are plenty of others out there besides Shibata shihan but he's the one I have experience with. Fell free to discuss with him if he fits your definition of 'traditional dojo environment'.

It would be much simpler to just give a few beginners some knives and have them attack you in randori. The only rule is you are responsible for the beginners not getting hurt in the slightest (makes it a bit harder).

Thanks

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