Classes in a unique mix of Karate and Aikido. Located in South Wentworthville, near Parramatta and Blacktown, Western Sydney.
23/07/2024
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20/07/2024
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18/07/2024
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18/07/2024
https://youtu.be/nwn58IVGFqg?si=Mhvu_hxtMSsQqmRP
Very interesting fight scene from the movie “Twilight Samurai”:
He blends with his opponents rather than really fighting against them, and even protects his opponents as much as possible.
Aikido; One of the nice Samurai fight ! Must watch Just relax and Practice Aikido
08/08/2023
I loved watching the Obi-Wan Kenobi series recently! One thing in particular was the aikido themes running through it. Being careful to avoid big spoilers, here’s a breakdown of some key points I noticed:
Using aikido in fights:
I was watching the second episode, and in a fight scene I thought “that looks like aikido!” A quick Google search confirmed this, to my excitement. Notice how Obi-Wan uses his opponents’ own force to unbalance them.
Restoring peace, not winning at all costs and defeating your opponent:
In a flashback that shows Obi-Wan training Anakin in a lightsaber dual, he tells Anakin that his need to win is his downfall, and that he will remain a Padawan (basically a student, not a full Jedi) until he learns this. The founder of aikido said similar things, like his statement that if you try to learn aikido from the perspective of fighting, it will never reveal its secrets to you. The focus is on joining with your opponent, dissolving their resistance and restoring peace.
Compassion, protecting your opponent:
in that same scene, Obi-Wan mentions that the way of the Jedi is to protect life, not destroy it. In another scene when he is about to fight an enemy, this enemy asks Obi-Wan if he intends to destroy him, to which Obi-Wan replies, “I’ll do what I have to.” My aikido interpretation is that destroying his enemy is not his intention. In true aikido, the attacker receives what they give. The more determined they are to destroy you, the more energy comes back to them. You only return to them what they give to you. You do not give more force than is necessary. You do the minimum amount of harm needed to stop the fight. If Obi-Wan needs to destroy his opponent, he will. If he doesn’t, he won’t.
Joining with your opponent’s mind:
In a particular scene, Obi-Wan talks with an enemy and discovers what this enemy’s true motivations are. He then uses this to get this enemy on side with him.
Awesome series overall! What do you think? Did you notice anything else?
18/07/2022
10/09/2020
Check out our latest blog post here:
Blog I was recently reflecting on how in many TV shows and movies, the main characters often face a situation and reach a point where it seems hopeless. All logic tells you they’re doomed and there...
In line with government regulations, we have a COVID-19 safety plan to protect our students, their families and anyone connected with our classes. Here are the main points of the plan to be aware of:
- If students are unwell, they must not attend classes. Students who present symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing, sore throat or fever etc. will not be allowed to attend classes and will be sent home.
- According to government orders, we must have a COVID-19 Safe Hygiene Marshal in distinctive clothing who is responsible for making sure the COVID-19 Safety Plan is carried out at all times and can answer any related questions. This will by myself, instructor Byron Prior. Distinctive clothing will be recognised by the black belt.
- Given our current numbers of students, along with parents who enter briefly, combined with the size of the hall, our venue more than caters for the requirement of one square metre per person.
- Parents and visitors are required to maintain a minimum of 1.5 metres from other people who are not from their household at all times.
- Students must wash or sanitise their hands before and after classes. Hand sanitiser will be available at all times.
- Students will be reminded during classes not to touch their face.
- Everyone is encouraged to pay with bank transfer rather than cash where possible. Please contact for bank details.
- Records will be kept of who attends and visits each class.
- Mats will be disinfected after each class.
14/04/2020
I am excited to announce the release of my first video course in Aiki Karate!
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04/12/2019
Is aikido effective for self defence?
Read my new blog post for an insight into this issue.
Blog I remember the first time I ever read about aikido. It was in a book about a variety of martial arts, with a chapter dedicated to each. It said something along the lines of "don't let anyone tell you...
22/10/2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VOb2YBBr7E
Great explanation on the unique ways in which aikido is useful for self defence.
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We have an exciting Term 4 beginning on Tuesday 15th October. Gradings are planned for Week 3. Come along and pay per class or get a discount when you pay for the whole term.
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