What we teach children is not brute force, not violence,
but the cultivation of ki through mind-body training which will eventually build
confidence, self-esteem and a sense of control over their lives. -- Kisshomaru Ueshiba
but the cultivation of ki through mind-body training which will eventually build
confidence, self-esteem and a sense of control over their lives. -- Kisshomaru Ueshiba
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The children's class is taught each Saturday morning by Takeguchi sensei, Dave Millar and a number of the dojo's yudansha (black belt students).
Children test for promotion as they become more comfortable on the mat and learn fundamental aikido principles. Promotion is based on self-discovery as much as on technical progress. Please contact Jim MacKenzie for further details. Related books...
Ah... to Be a Kid : Three Dozen Aikido Games for Children of All Ages
Aikido for Kids
Children and the Martial Arts: An Aikido Point of View |
