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Old 03-21-2015, 06:19 PM   #42
Michael Hackett
Dojo: Kenshinkan Dojo (Aikido of North County) Vista, CA
Location: Oceanside, California
Join Date: Oct 2000
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Re: Do You Go To Seminars Outside Your Style?

One of the greatest experiences I've ever had was attending the 2005 AikiExpo. Besides actually meeting Jun and training with him for a few minutes, I had the privilege of training with some luminaries of the martial arts world. Those of us who attended not only got to experience other styles of aikido, but we also got to experience other arts such as Systema and Daito-Ryu. It was such an informative experience that I've attended other style seminars on occasion since, as well as attending the programs of other arts. Each and every time I've brought something home with me that has informed or helped my aikido is some way.

By far the majority of my mat time is spent in our own dojo or organization, but the occasional visit to a different style or even art can prove valuable and productive. I think it worthwhile to at least peer over the top of your box and look outside at the bigger world.

Michael
"Leave the gun. Bring the cannoli."
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