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Old 06-30-2009, 11:27 AM   #3
odudog
Dojo: Dale City Aikikai
Location: VA
Join Date: Aug 2005
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Re: Need Help Mentally Focusing on Lessons

Usually in Aikido training, the nage doesn't get hit. Uke attacks but is in control to make sure that nage isn't hit in case nage messes up. I suggest that you get hit by uke if you mess up! Getting hit is the quickest way to learn what not to do and makes sure that you pay attention.
We have a teenager that for years doesn't really pay attention. I hit him ever so often and just hard enough to make him say ow. I hope I spelled that right. Or, I make him teach the technique to someone really below him. It really helps him focus for the other student will follow what was taught.
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