Top 5 mistakes Aikido experts always make

[@TMartinmovies]

That's the first time one of these videos has acknowledged that the aggressor doesn't stand there like a limp lettuce. Very good.

[@pvdwal]

I watched a couple of your video's and what you are showing is what I learned from aikido and jiu-jitsu as being the" most important ". Keep it simple, getting close to your opponent, keep moving, be realistic in fights. Thanks for giving credit to aikido. Lots of people here on youtube saying it doesnt work, haven't got a clue. Sometimes is just about learning the extended technique to be able to keep it simple.

[@UnexpectedWonder]

Facts!

[@ShingenNolaan]

"Sometimes you have to run before you can walk" ;)

[@BBaldwin]

They should try telling Steven Segall Aikido “doesn’t work”.

[@HWJoker]

"atemi is 90% of Aikido" is something O-Sensei said. So everyone who says a punch is not part of Aikido, must have missed something.

[@RealVergilSparda]

Its not about the art, its about how its taught I had the blessing of a teacher that made us pressure test our techniques

[@robbelliii]

Jiu Jitsu guy here...thx for the respect. Great video 🤙

[@RAVEN-uj5zq]

I give u a 👍 but i don't like jut yitsut,,,I love Aikido and Craf Maga,,,anywey Thanks ALOT🙄👍👍👍👍

[@lewisb85]

@@RAVEN-uj5zq I train Aikido and BJJ they actually work together really well.

[@dzdraco19]

@@lewisb85both are grappling and wrestling

[@prazertv]

I took a few Aikido classes when I was living in Massachusetts and there is an excellent Aikido master there. He had trained in Japan for 20 years. We actually did a lot of ground techniques. I guess it depends on the instructor.

[@MentalDeviant]

I like how you are advancing aikido like the founder wanted.

[@THEIZZARDKING]

kinda like ron L hubbard and Scientology huh?

[@jiujitsuguy74]

Actually, Roy Dean incorporates aikido into his style successfully. There are some solid principles in aikido. They just need to be modified, pressure tested, and modified again as needed. That’s the path to perfection.

[@Debiruman1666]

That's kinda non-sense... if you want a "harder" form of Aikido, just practice Aikijujitsu, which is the "true" form of Aikido, made for the battlefield... Aikido is a tuned-down educative version of Aikijujitsu (but still a good self-defense system though), just as Judo is a tuned-down educative version of Ju-Jitsu (by the way, Ju-Jitsu also derivates from Aikijujitsu).

[@SabreRunner]

Debiruman said it before I could put it down but yes, Aikido is derived from Daito-Ryo Aikijujitsu. Everything he's showing here has been done for the past thousand years by practitioners of the art. He's just relearning everything we already know.

[@FilipMakaroni_xD]

@@Debiruman1666 Isn't Aiki-Jujitsu a school of Ju-Jitsu not a derivative, there's also Shodokan, literally "hard Aikido"

[@williamtomlinson994]

Presure testing is a must, you're absolutely right --otherwise people have a real shock when shit really does hit the fan. If it doesn't work in the street don't teach it.

[@akeelbrown7675]

William Tomlinson it really doesnt, theres a reason aikido isnt a part of MMA anywhere in the world

[@williamtomlinson994]

What you actually do is to integrate other martial arts into aikido -that's why it works --love it.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

I'm really with you here Azu. Thanks for sharing and evolving Aikido

[@maizayahia5310]

wut??????

[@maizayahia5310]

yo my favorite Aikido channel what's up

[@YannickStanislasBrus]

from these examples, he shows some aïkijujutsu techniques because he uses some strikes.

[@bverji]

Aikido uses stikes. I agree though that his application is similar to aiki-jujutsu. That's because it is so linear. The misstakes that most experts make is that they don't instruct the importance of maneuvering. This is true with Azu; he overly relys on hand trapping because he is squaring off with his opponents. With true, well taught, well done aikido most of these things he is "teaching" interferes with the functional use of aikido.

[@jiujitsuguy74]

Rokas! I knew you’d be lurking around the corner. :)

[@stevebrindle1724]

I am 65 yrs old and have been training since i was 15.studying Boxing, Wing Chun and TKD over the years. I believe its often more about the man than the art. I certainly would not criticise an art i have not studied like Aikido, only after trying it. A ninth Dan TKD i trained with for some time told me that all martial arts are 90% the same at core, relaxation and breathing, the other 10% is the different techniques the individual arts teach. I was not sure what he meant at the time, I am now.

[@jacksmith4460]

great comment, I have very limited martial arts background but the main thing I have learned is that at the core they share much. what works, works, so most if not all styles have similarities, and even if technique is very different , maybe one uses more circular motion another more direct straight lines, they are ALL using the same principles, they just apply them in different ways/contexts, but they all use fulcrums, they all focus power with the same principles of physics at their core. In fact I would say almost ANY physical discipline shares aspects combat or not, balance is essential, footwork is essential, timing is essential, knowing movements to the point of fluidity is essential so that thinking and acting are done at the same time. Each Martial art has been developed in the context of its surroundings, and is very valid in that context, some have wider context than others but they all have value. The practitioner is key as is the training and preparation over style

[@stevebrindle1724]

@@jacksmith4460 Quite so!

[@johngr1747]

The first guy that passed by lowkey ignored them The lady though "I put my money on him!" xD

[@atlasshrugged7475]

Thanks. I didn't catch what she said. Funny

[@Derek_Garnham]

likewise, thanks

[@DreadlockDrummer]

Great video! I'm so tired of people saying Aikido sucks and would never work! I totally agree its all in the way you train! Like if you're a boxer but you've only ever hit a punching bag then you're probably going to get your butt kicked in a real fight.

[@LAVATORR]

But here's the uncomfortable elephant in the room: Boxing doesn't encourage you to just hit the bag and never spar. Boxing has a culture that really encourages free sparring, live drilling, and active competition. Aikido doesn't. That's what its progressive practitioners are uncomfortable admitting. Culturally, you're very, very unlikely to find a dojo where people are actively applying Aikido techniques on fully resisting opponents.

[@scarred10]

You will never see anyone training aikido realistically because they would seen discover that it doesn't work.

[@scarred10]

if you dont spar,youre not a boxer while aikidos entire system involves no sparring,what part of that is not obvious to you?If aikido was made effective ,it would look nothing like aikido,it would just be sport grappling.

[@charliecapco5872]

This is very practical and more realistic video compare to other practitioner performing their arts. He shares his knowledge with a heart.

[@walterwalden1587]

I respect Aikido and have never been a huge fan. I have seen Aikido work in real fight situations and i have sen it go terribly south. But I like the way this guy thinks. He cares about applications and wants to evolve his art. Much respect, and thanks for sharing.

[@CaipiraBushcraft]

Fantastic! I'am Aikido Black belt and now I have Just started trainning BJJ here in Brazil. Aikido is an art of breaking the balance of the oponent: learning new technics and martial arts is Very important to amplify our chances in a real fight. TKS guys! Congratulations for The video. Fabio

[@Mr_Double_U]

Hitting someone with a rolled up newspaper? That's bad news!!

[@fallingleaveskungfu]

LOL

[@LarsHendrichs]

but at least not FAKE News ;)

[@killersalmon4359]

A rolled up newspaper was an old street fighting trick that used to be used back in the day. Some martial arts actually still teach the use of it.

[@jimenezap09]

:D

[@dirkworldwide]

yeah ... I did it with a newspaper roll, could be very good learning.

[@yymjyyobjka1302]

Aikido do have attacks, like short hitting on the face of the opponent like the Gwa Chui 掛捶 of Gungfu or Sui Fist 水形 of Xingyi. Again, I'd say Aikido is based on peace philosophy. Your techniques may be better and improved, while aikido people hurt the opponents less. Yes, as you said, it's beautiful----and more human !

[@omaridaley7801]

Best episode yet

[@go9ro367]

I practiced and taught aikido for 24 years both in the US and Japan. Great channel. Most of the KZbin channels demonstrating that aikido doesn’t work fail the fundamentals of aikido the moment they come under pressure. If you find yourself desperately trying to “perform” a technique, you will very likely fail. Atemi, positional advantage, and flow are all key.

[@TheWebMindset]

Outstanding! As a BJJ black belt, I appreciate the nod and the realization that pressure testing is #1. Very well done!

[@FrancisMaxino]

So completely onto it...everything you are saying and demonstrating is completely realistic and practical.

[@jamespierce1189]

Love your content! I studied aikido as a child in Japan and loved it! I earned my blue belt but we moved and to Crete, Greece and there was nothing like that on the Island I had access to. I think a lot of times Aikido KZbinrs don't show the strikes is the add the Mystique to the techniques. Kind of like not putting all your cards on the table. That's just my two cents. Keep creating great content. You guys rock!

[@complexblackness]

OG at 5:28 "Ain't none of my business, let me keep walking"

[@UnexpectedWonder]

Facts! :D

[@mrmaessack6585]

Thank you! With your ideas Aikido has a future as a martial art.

[@jiujitsuguy74]

THIS^

[@gabornemes]

Welcome back, Azu. Thank you for the demonstration, I'll share this video with the members in our dojo. We have to keep in mind these mistakes and do more pressure tests.

[@Allthetube01]

You are definitely on the right track, keep the good work and good practice.

[@darque1860]

Dude, u make a lot of sense. I have trained in wing chun, judo, kempo, and a bit of wrestling. Power is always a factor, and gross motor skills go out the window. When adrenaline is flowing, it’s best to stick to uncomplicated, simple moves, and bursting into the block, and counter. Most people fight the same way, first it’s intimidation, then pushing, then eithor a grab, or a punch to the head. And then it’s a power struggle, and usually it goes to the ground. Resistance always comes with a price. Yes using there weight and momentum against them is key, in some situations, but I have ended fights with certain blocks, that are aimed at pressure points in the wrist, and forearm. The harder they swing, the more they hurt them self’s when I connect with my block. But every fight is different. And never underestimate your opponent. Ive always held the highest respect for aikido, an always found it to be a very beautiful art form. Wouldn’t mind learning some. I have a bit of a bastard style, and like it that way. The best from every art, and am always open to new techniques. Love ur channel. Great vids, much respect.

[@naturewatcher7596]

For beginner aikidoka, who just want to grab the basic techniques, no pressure, full compliance of the opponent and no additional strikes (atemi) will really help. But after learning basics, you definitely need to try them in a more challenging and realistic settings to adjust and improve them, or learn additional techniques which will really work for you.

[@zulufoxx3829]

I'm an OLD Yoshinkan from the US Midwest who has practiced in DECADES... I'd be interested to hear more about how British Law defines: assault and/or battery Serious bodily injury

[@dolphinberserk]

This is a very interesting point Aikidoflow makes and has really got me thinking. When I was a kid in eastern Hokkaido (in 1991) I was lucky enough to end up being taught Daitouryu Aikitaijutsu by Sano-sensei with the at the time very small remaining band of men practicing at the time (now regrouping well). Sano-sensei constantly encouraged the use of Atemi. He used light body blows, presumably to reduce the risk of hand and foot injuries (and the chances of ending up in a court of law or with a greater number of enemies seeking vengeance for an injured or killed friend). He used the hand as either a palm, blade, Karate-style fist, a fist with index second knuckle protruding (to induce pain rather than cause damage), the back of the hand across the eyes (preemptively), the top surface of the foot (slapped to the groin or ear) and the elbow (into the back and sometimes lightly into the face). An example would be (in the video around 10:03) after he came around under the other bloke's arm and had some space on his outside, Sano-sensei would always place an atemi into the base of the lower trapezius where the curve of the ribs is greater. My Japanese at the time was not good enough to understand his explanation, but he said it had been done like that for a long time (something about not using a blow before then so that the other bloke is taken offguard and isn't bracing - and so it hurts and shocks). Daitoryu is basically a traditional combative form of aikido descending from the mixed budo of Takeda Shingen (including proper swordplay and other arts). It existed in a time of chivalry and traditional weapons and expectations, and so atemi were often used as far as I can see to shock/teach/ensure respect and to soften them up before a lock, rather than to devastate or main. But In the dojo I went to there were exceptions. Sano-sensei always taught the use of a vertical elbow strike into the back/neck/kidneys with a downed opponent who had been recalcitrant or was strong. A downward full force chopping strike to the back of the neck on an opponent face down on the ground always seemed surprising to me, but he advocated it. I asked the dojo's resident judo-therapist (bonesetter) if it would have any effect and he mentioned targeting vertebrae (I still don't really understand, but the idea may have been to land on a joint (rather than between joints) so as to displace it. It seemed that Sano-sensei had a range of atemi for different purposes - proportional force. These days, with every second punk doing MMA style training, taking steroids or using methamphetamine, stronger atemi, as Aikidoflow shows us, seem to be the order of the day. Pure Aikikai style practitioners may not want to take on this approach as their aim is less about street self-defence than other goals. Daitoryu and other more practical ryuha would, I think,see Aikidoflow's suggestions as suitable for current applications. It's an indictment of the age but there it is (there is no honour in street fights today). It might be prudent to use atemi as proportional force, choosing to shock but not maim only where the other bloke seems sensible enough to get the message to stop or face major injury if he persists (this protects you from being sued or convicted of using disproportionate force once they find you do martial arts). If he is in the state of mind in which he would drop you then stomp your head, or if there are a bunch of them, or if weapons are involved, going full force with each atemi would be the only way to walk out alive without creating enemies you otherwise would not. have.

[@i.c.y.]

aiki-jiu jitsu right there. love it. thank you for sharing this.

[@tomnekuda3818]

Love the "3 strikes for the price of 1".....your wonderful accent makes me miss London and "The Continent". Very curious what the lady with dog said that made you chuckle. What I think you are saying is that there are the martial arts in the gym and then, well; there's brawling in the street.

[@dasaggropop1244]

aikido is a martial art, and it works just fine if you apply it as intended. great approach getting rid of the weaknesses (that every martial art has).

[@GSG834129]

Azu, I like how you improvise and take it one step further, I worry about if I am ever in a situation on the ground, I see these guys in situations getting attacked kidded in the face and all over when they are on the ground, it a very vulnerable place to be your so right need to know what to do in that situation and when to do it! Thanks and excellent video!

[@SenpaiTorpidDOW]

The most important fundamental with ground work is to not do the natural but in reality very silly thing of turning onto your belly to get your face away from an opponent just because you are being kicked/punched in the face. It is a natural instinct but bad for so many reasons. Basically no defence you can do when belly-down. And the back of your head/spine is more vulnerable than your face/ribs.

[@tmarevisited118]

My thoughts exactly! My training included real atemi (including many specialized striking techniques I've been doing a series about on my channel) but we did not include much newaza (ground techniques) I've learned that aikido once *did* include newaza, just as it did real strikes (atemi waza) and I'm looking to get into some of that next on my channel, once I've finished with the atemi and fundamentals series that is. Thanks for being one of the few showing aikido as it *should* be 🥋☯️🙏

[@pehunter1]

Even though I don't practice Aikido, I have taken part in some Aikido classes and practiced with Aikidoka. I am glad that this instructor was able to take a good, honest, introspective look at his art and share his insight with the martial arts community. There are still too many instructors and practitioners who can't (or won't) do this. This is what helped Bruce Lee to evolve as a martial artist: he was able to see the limitations of Wing Chun and other martial arts and make use of what was useful to him. For years I have questioned the practice of self defense techniques that involved executing one punch or strike and then leaving one's arm extended although no one in his or her right mind would do this in a real situation unless he or she were drunk, high, or stupid.

[@andrealecrim2427]

common-sense-self-defense Bruce Lee loved Krishnamurti. And Krishnamurti always said to be yourself. To don't accept outter authority if you could see that it was pointless. And be totally free. Because schools of thought, philosophies, religions, etc as soon as they become fixed they are dead and not really alive.

[@yuriysemenikhin302]

Why is everybody keep forgetting that Aikido has been developed by a master of a number of martial arts as a pinnacle of his achievement. The point to truly understanding Aikido techniques is to do other martial arts along side with Aikido

[@conquerorhapkido]

Finally someone who shares my philosophy! For me it’s Hapkido but I try to make these exact points to my students. They think I am crazy when I say all the fancy joint locks without strike training and ground fighting is completely useless. They say, then why teach Hapkido? I will just refer them to this video next time I get that question! Good stuff!!

[@andersonnobre5163]

The best and true Aiki Do instructor!!!!Tanks for this video!!!!!

[@Zack1440]

Thank you Azu for all these videos. Hopefully the internet warriors will now stop regurgitating the propaganda that "Aikido is useless". Respect from a Shuai Jiao teacher.

[@thebritishbookworm2649]

I really respect youre channel, vibe and passion on Akido even though am not a fan of it due to how many bad demos are out there. Great points brother.

[@ronjonshirtshop]

I always enjoy your videos as l learn something new. Either good techniques or wisdom.Thank you so much and God bless you 🙏

[@fishcatcher1046]

Man, I wish you live near me in the states I would love to train with you! Just by your knowledge and passion I knew you're the right trainer for me! It seems everything you said echoes the same sentiments that Bruce Lee had preached from 50+ years ago! This is a mark of a true learned martial artist, the more he knows the more similar his conclusion is to Bruce Lee!

[@joseywhails]

right on man, agree completely, have to keep it real and evolve the art.

[@rt-ks2bh]

I love watching you,,you make so much sense ,,your techniques are awsome,,thx

[@djrollins76]

Good word. I train in the US and our dojo does incorporate a lot of this. Our instructor has put some Daito Ryu jiujitsu back into Aikido.

[@RigiLiquid945]

What you're saying and demonstrating is SO TRUE! I've trained in multiple styles of martial arts, but I'm not a black belt in any. I was interested in the fitness and self defense benefits of the arts. So I've learned that you can always improve, and you're likely to get hurt sometimes.

[@stuffnuns]

Those strikes in sankyu were there in earlier versions. As many styles moved away from practice applications, those atemi were lost within those schools. Thanks for keeping the martial in Aikido.

[@oagorosito]

The founder of Aikido always said "Aikido is Irimi and Atemi" (entering and striking)

[@archie26]

Man, you are absolutely right and I love your videos as a Budo practitioner and teacher in Spain (Aikido, Kyusho Jutsu and Ryushin Shouchi Ryu Ken Jutsu and Iai Jutsu). Maybe not everybody should teach or make videos, thats the problem. Greetings from Spain and thank you very much for your great job exposing Aikido with decency and proudness.

[@anthonyant-beatzanderson9170]

I think that this is a great art for the work that I do. I work in a psychiatric hospital and in an emergency department of another hospital so I am not trying to hurt any of the patients but I am trying to save myself from injuries and take a person down only if I need to do so. This art is great for that.

[@luvcalv]

Realistic Aikido, respect.

[@minmetax8926]

I have no experience of aikido. I have from streetfights krav maga kick boxing muay thai and karate as a kid. But i totally agree with everything you said bro. Keep it up! Nice video. And first time i saw an aidido version that i believed that it have a chance on the streets with any agresive attacker

[@benjaminpujols1914]

That seems that seems pretty cool kind of similar to what I've seen in movies and it makes sense you stun a person with a good blow regardless of his not a knockout they pause for at least three seconds or less giving you more about the opportunity to think clearly and act accordingly

[@ddee51-g2g2]

AZU, Thankyou.. that is real life reality.! I've been kicked in the stomach twice in my life,so i appreciate learning to side step kicks😅 and what to follow up with👍.I just found you & I'm binge watching your videos 642am (est) since 2 hrs ago. Love the realness and humor you bring to your teaching/videos💚. Now almost 55, 4'11 and 235lb female, I'd love to learn how to prepare myself for this world change to protect myself, my husband and my home... But I can't afford training and my mind says I'm too out of shape for it anyway. THOUGH I'm still a fighter and a tad spunky so I am going to practice a few of your great -quick get away techniques with my husband to at least have something. Thanks so much for sharing your talented tips in videos with us here in Maryland, usa. 🙏🏿👍🙋🏾‍♀️

[@МартинПетричев]

You just nailed it.

[@jiujitsuguy74]

Revolutionary video. I completely agree with everything you said in the video. Bravo!

[@dana14mehettinger14]

I agree.i findthat the frustrating thing is u never get to see martial arts out on streets.just in DOJOS, tournaments or in movies. So really DOES IT EVER WORK.... Thx .good info

[@FragItAll]

(Not being a fighter....at all) I get this impretion with most MA dojos. They do the same things over, structuralized training. Great insight for more than just Aikido in my oppinion.

[@montyhighsmith266]

Excellent ....no b.s......practical..... Domt see.tjat much glad to see good info for a change ...i have trained since 1980....few different martial arts ....keep up the good work I will watch and recomend

[@Edumtavora]

One of the best videos of Aikidoflow. Really liked the examples. To adapt without losing the core teachings of aikido is one the most challenging deeds. Keep up the good work.

[@pauldobney6918]

What a mature and measured approach to self defence , i like the presentation , i like your attitude and your presentation style . Your point on pressure testing is so true , if you do not experience the power and discomfort of really being attacked , how can you hope to defend yourself in the real world .... i think your video’s are great ...

[@ozziep123]

Terrific video! I left Aikido for these very reasons. When the training is all about staying true to Aikido the Art, we are not training to prepare for real life encounters. We were never trained to hit, to block, to move in any other way than traditional Aikido movements based on traditional aikido strikes. Totally useless on the street. Thank you for your video.

[@Renku07]

Now you’re talking! This I’m sure it’ll work cause you’re not hoping to catch a full speed blow and hope the guy isn’t going to resist. You’re actually striking, doing atemi, so the guy is distracted or hurt and you can grab the opponent’s arm and apply the lock. Good demonstration, I liked it.

[@victoriaoldtimer9833]

U are 1000% absolutely right in all 5 points! I'll testing BJJ this week and I'm shure it will help me improofe myself.

[@nerfnerfification]

love the aikido takedowns and the pressure testing is good although even in a supposed non contact style with enough practice some contact inevitably happens and one has to simply get used to it and continue. While a bit of a desire to seriously hit your opponent in pressure testing is good, I think it can easily get overheated and the 'intending to hit but remaining calm' is a better state of mind.

[@999jay999]

You got a great energy and happy attitude with your training.... like it !

[@ANCIENTARTS1]

Respect said very eloquently! I agree with you 100% what ever Art you practice it must be a living thing evolving, developing, adapting, times change and we as martial artists, must adapt to our environment to make our Arts realistic and keep them alive for future generations! I am a big Aikido flow fan it's nice to see some realistic positive and inspirational skills being practiced and taught ! Keep doing what you're doing! Thanks

[@toddellner5283]

Let's put it this way. I have met a fair number of Aikido practitioners who could handle themselves in a fight. Almost all of them had extensive training in other martial arts or lots of practical experience. Heck, every one of Ueshiba-Sensei's early students already had teacher-level rank in at least one or two martial arts. I think it really comes into its own as a post-graduate course for someone who already has a strong foundation.

[@ericl.marcus6844]

I agree, I really do appreciate this video Martial Arts is a family tradition, but its a dangerous world out their, and its good to know how to be prepared, just in case their is an assailiant. I was study Taekwondo, but was put into a real life situation and now Muay Thai Hapkido! Thank you for showing us your techniques! I look forward to seeing more!

[@starman9921]

Great video great point about pressure testing you have to get used to being hit it's going to happen it's how you respond that matters in a real life situation

[@tcbtcb7553]

GOOD JOB GUYS, I APPRECIATE IT!!I LOVE LEARNING ABOUT AIKIDO!! ALL GOOD PRACTICAL STUFF!!

[@piobasartejr.7686]

This is the self defense that best for me since I am a small guy and small body. Arigato

[@markrist2270]

I love these guys, they tell it (combat fighting) like it is! Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do has the same philosophy: "Have no way, as way. Have no limitation as limitation". Lee studied over 100's of styles of fighting to develop a simplified (all styles) method for the street. These guys are right on the spot with their training, I wish I could train with them.

[@sanjuansteve]

I agree with the pressure testing. Even in training exercises, we should always give, and expect from our training partners some resistance to every movement, mimicking real life resistance. Like you said, it greatly improves our performance in actual situations.

[@RamonRaySmartHustle]

You and Andre are a lovely team - love watching your videos - THANK YOU. When you move, could you repeat your moves a bit slower the 2nd time...THANK YOU!!!

[@adadses1979]

1. Never train with wrist grabs in Aikido 2. Don't wait for the punch kick etc, move in quick and attack 3. Move of line to the dead size of the uke's attack, apply the technique and open hips and throw 4. Always use a strike 5. Never allow uke to get so continue the attack before he can get of the floor 6. Never train to fall over. Can't do the technique? Then do it so you can 7. Don't train Aikido to fight? Go to a tail chi class. After 6 years and a Shodan those are my two pence worth.

[@mikeven5753]

you do well with your videos.thanks for masking them

[@spaceanubis]

really love the message here. Thanks for sharing!! As a starting aikido student I've noticed these things. That's why I'm looking at other martial arts like taekwondo and kickboxing to augment my abilities. Can you do an episode about other martial arts and what you have looked at to augment/completes your skills?

[@Wingman225]

Once again guys great work keep it up. Thumbs up for me

[@lauraanddavepearson5677]

Great video, thanks for your views on aikido. All valid points !

[@tuanthanhlam1779]

Greeting from Vietnam. I'm inspired by your enthusiasm as always (except for the time when you said you were leaving Aikido). These aspects you mentioned are often overlooked in Aikido nowadays (atemi, dealing with combined attacks etc). Sadly it is exactly these things that keep Aikido from being a dancing art. Keep up the good work!

[@jackmcdouglas4126]

Great stuff. Real life situations, that's what make sense.

[@fallingleaveskungfu]

What did the old lady say?

[@paavosallinen1393]

"keep my money in here", I think.

[@BurTahPur666]

To me it sounds like she said "I put my money on him" as if she was placing her bet on a fight.

[@billy_mandalay.]

"I know kong foo, ya punks..."

[@haffoc]

I think the biggest problems with aikido generally are 1) many of the techniques that have evolved in the system were invented in the dojo and never tested against a resisting opponent, and 2) never practicing against a resisting opponent. A third issue, is that aikido and its parent, Daito ryu, were not invented for fighting in the ring. Most critics look at the failures of aikido practitioners in a ring environment and then generalize without any factual basis to every situation in which aikido type techniques may be useful.

[@Illium75]

You fight like you train ..love you guys :)

[@arthurbaroni1084]

We must not forget the origins of Aikido keeping in mind the bases of Daitō-ryū. Good practice to all!

[@Omniblade_Gaming]

I think you should talk about the controversial aikido vs mma and how many people talk down about Aikido and other martial arts. Awesome vid like always

[@azuspointofview5110]

blindjustice316 That's a good idea.

[@allyourpcarebelongtous8744]

blindjustice316 I don't get how Azu can use Aikido to keep himself safe all the time (despite getting into actual fights), but it doesn't work in mma. It seems like these two realities shouldn't exist, but they do. Not being snarky when I say that. I genuinely don't get how it's possible. It's gotta be training. I'm assuming that's what Azu is talking about. It's just weird

[@TRA25]

allyourpcarebelongtous It is a little to do with the way we train and a little to do with the nature of mma. In the ufc for example you can't really avoid the attacker otherwise you'll eventually wind up against the cage and roughed up. In aikido you've got to keep moving, the techniques are ill suited for static fighting in which we remain on the centreline and aren't managing distance, couple this with the fact that you've got to have a good ground game and it seems silly for most aikidoka to enter mma. Cross training however might be a good idea.

[@adadses1979]

blindjustice316 the problem with the Aikido v MMS video was the Aikido guy was crap at Aikido and trained wrist grabs and not against punches.

[@killersalmon4359]

The main problem holding back Aikido is that everyone spends too much time practicing Kata - Kata is not technique - Kata is just a pedagogical method - it teaches you the basics of technique. But you've got to experiment (pressure test) after that. And some Kata is not an actual technique, but is just meant to illustrate principles, or allow people to learn in a non-threatening environment but there's a big difference between LEARNING a technique and TRAINING a technique. Too much time is spent learning and not enough time is spent training.

[@boskonikolic8961]

Every time someone has attacked me that is not trained in martial arts,I found it a bit more difficult,cause I usually look for stances I can take advantage of(MMA,kickboxing). When someone attacks me that doesn't know anything, I tend to be defensive first to figure out how he'll move,if he'll lean backwards or to the side,or just be an idiot. After a solid 30 secs,when I figure out what he is, I go for clinch,mabye kick his leg out or grab a finger or two,or if I get a hold of his wrists,they usually pop out because of the nikkyo or kotegaeshi. As Miyamoto Musashi said: "You can only fight the way you practice."

[@juliantreidiii]

It is true that they are not predictable, but at the same time they are easy to defeat because "You can only fight the way you practice", and they don't practice.

[@Philweasel]

I think the issue is that a lot of martial arts guys only ever fight and study people with martial arts experience. That means against a street fighter they either freeze up, or figure this scrub can't hurt them and go in unprepared. Both choices will likely get your ass kicked. As you said, the halfway successful streetfighters have tricky techniques or stances that can easily catch you off guard if you go in direct, but are easily countered once you know what they're doing.

[@akeelbrown7675]

Julian Reid well if thats the case aikido aint the practice you want

[@jatbatman]

You can only predict with some certainty what someone will do in a fight. Be careful assuming you know how someone will fight on 30 seconds of being only defensive. You don't have a clue what they actually bring to the fight. They could just be tricking you into trying something they can crush you with.

[@CosiMonger]

excellent points - great advice!

[@AdSesamecom]

An awesome video! Thank you!

[@samsonvladislav4167]

Great video! I agree 100% with your closing statements. I've trained in Aikido, Jiu-Jitsu and Kempo Karate, and I've mixed then in when I'm doing different techniques. I'm glad you guys think the same way I do @aikidoflow.

[@mandelzeit]

This the greatest Chanel in the world

[@azuspointofview5110]

Manus Quinn Glad you like it.

[@jerommelewis]

As aikido student of the craft I say the same thing that’s what made me studied Krav Maga boxing as well. People don’t also understand you also have to find martials that work well for your physique and stature

[@lhoussinemahfoud2853]

Thank you for the AIKIDO techniques explanation,I am much appreciated

[@MFKR696]

Detractors can say what they will about Aikido, but the fact of the matter is that Aikido-like doctrines are at the core of what's taught to Canadian Forces Personnel, who are known in certain circles as being some of the best trained hand-to-hand fighters in the modern world. We use alot of Fairbarn-Sykes doctrines, but it is modified to include modified doctrines from BJJ, Aikido, Krav Maga and Kenjitsu.

[@pyramidselfdefencesolution9214]

im guessing the names fairburn & Sykes dont mean much to many in these comments

[@raulnsherah]

I see Aikido as a joke. But this take on it actually evolves and makes it more legit. No one is going stand around and allow you to hit them three times like that. But I will say with the right practice in real time it can become quite effective i imagine.

[@soulspeaker1979]

Top notch, great work on putting innovation in to aikido.

[@TheFishinKing1991]

Thought that old granny was gonna take you both down and beat you with her slipper 😂

[@saga75]

Good videos, you get closer from Aikijujustsu this way.

[@UnexpectedWonder]

This is a Pure Fire Video and addresses every Big Critic people have.