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DEFINITIONS OF ZANSHIN
Zanshin is a term used in Martial Arts that refers to a state of awareness relaxed alertness. The literal translation of Zanshin is remaining mind. In several martial arts, Zanshin refers more specifically to the bodys posture after a technique is executed. In Aikido, the usual method of practicing Zanshin is to focus on the just thrown opponent while holding posture or ready stance and maintaining awareness in case there are additional attackers approaching.
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To provide in a cohesive manner the most traditional and genuine training of Aikido techniques as established by the Founder Morihei Ueshiba and his original Uchi-Deshi. To enable and stimulate growth as well as provide reference and counsel to new and existing students of Aikido in our community, city, state and mid-west region. To establish Zanshin Aikido School as a central location for advice, guidance, training or communication which is linked directly to the United States Aikido Federation. To teach the principles of Aikido to those who look for not just physical training but ANYONE who seeks to achieve a greater mental clarity, emotional stability, peace and happiness in their daily life.
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ETIQUETTE CONTD. 13. Always begin and end your practice with partners with a formal bow from seiza. 14. Care should be taken to be aware of the ability of ones partner so that no injuries occur. Nage should always be watchful for signs that uke may be in pain. Ukes attacks should always be under his full control and Nage should respond likewise. Ukes job is to attack sincerely and then follow while maintaining as safe a posture as possible. Nages job is to 1) Move off the line of the attack, 2) Redirect Ukes momentum via a technique, and 3) peacefully resolve the attack with the appropriate throw or pin. 15. At the end of class, upon direction from the instructor, students should straighten up their uniforms and be seated in rank order. At the conclusion of class students should remain in seiza until the instructor leaves the mat. 16. It is the responsibility of the higher ranked members to see that the guidelines of etiquette are understood and followed by the members of the dojo. The members of higher rank should assist the lower ranked members in learning proper bowing techniques, beginning exercises and ukemi. 17. It is the responsibility of each member of the dojo to ensure that the various need of the dojo are met. These include; paying of dues promptly, setting up weapons, cleaning of the practice mats etc. Fulfilling these needs should be anticipated, not prompted, by the head instructor. 18. A FEW DONTS: Dont sit on the mat with your back to OSenseis picture, lie on the mat with your feet towards the shrine or lean against the walls. Dont wear jewelry or watches. Dont eat food or chew gum in the mat area. Dont talk when the instructor is talking. Dont wear a dirty uniform. Keep finger and toe nails clean and trimmed. Dont yawn or slouch in seiza.
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TEKUBI UNDO (Tekubi kansetsu junan ho) Wrist stretching exercises 1. 2. 3. 4. Kotegaeshi undo reverse wrist bend Nikyo undo second technique wrist bend Sankyo undo third technique wrist bend Shihonage undo four directions technique wrist bend
ASHI SABAKI (Footwork / movements) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Irimi issoku entering with a single step Tenkai ashi 180 pivot / pivot on toes or heels simultaneously Tenkan ashi back foot stays planted while front foot is pulled behind Kaiten ashi back foot step forward then Tenkai (pivot) Tenshin Withdraw lead foot back off line of attack Tsugi ashi Shuffle step (like irimi) Ayumi ashi walking gently sliding along mat Ai-Hanmi opposite side hanmi Gyaku-Hanmi mirror image hanmi
ATTACKS GRABS Kata tori shoulder grab Katate tori one wrist grabbed Morote tori two hand grab on one wrist Ryote tori each wrist grabbed Ryokata tori both shoulders grabbed from the front Ushiro Tekubi tori both wrists grabbed from behind Ushiro Ryo kata tori both shoulders grabbed from behind Ushiro Tekubi kubishime attack from behind one wrist grabbed while other arm chokes Ushiro Hiji tori both elbows grabbed from behind Katatori Menuchi uke grabs collar while nage strikes face uke blocks STRIKES Shomen uchi chop to the top of the head Yokomen uchi chop to the side of the head Mune Tski (ski) punch to the mid section Tachi tori attack with a boken / Jo tori attack with jo / Tanto tori attack with tonto
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(These are definitions and translations taken from multiple sources for over 20 years. These are offered simply as an introduction to each students study and understanding of aikido / Japanese related language. There may be some mispronunciations or slight inaccuracies depending on use of the word, situations etc.) Ai-Hanmi (mutual stance): When both partners have the same foot advanced. Atemi (Strike): The defensive blow can be used to neutralize the ki of your partner. Example: put them off balance so a technique can be effectively applied. It is not meant to inflict serious injury. Baransu: Balance Bokken: Wooden sword with two edges, or generically, any sword. Budo (Martial ways): Ways originating in the martial arts. Dan (level): Black Belt rank. Deshi: Student or disciple. Doshu (Grandmaster): Following traditional Japanese custom, the position of Doshu has been hereditary. The current Doshu, Moriteru Ueshiba, is the grandson of Morihei Ueshiba. Furi Kaburi: Sword raising movement Hai: Yes Hakama: A divided skirt like pant. In most US Aikido dojos, it is black or blue and is worn by men of yudansha rank and women of all ranks. Hanmi (half open body): The basic triangular stance of Aikido. Hanmi-Handachi: Techniques done when nage is kneeling and uke is standing. Hara: The center or one point located in the lower abdomen. This is also, reputably, the physical center of the body. Haragei: A sixth sense of surroundings or actions. Henkawaza: Switching from one technique to another. Hidari: Left Hiraki mas: Open up, unfold. Ikkyo: Number one pinning technique. Irimi: To enter, entering. Jitsu: Fullness, as in breathing. Jo: Wooden staff about shoulder high in length. Jo-Tori (Jo take away): Techniques for disarming an opponent armed with a jo.
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GLOSSARY CONTD.
Jyuwaza: Free style throwing; also referred to as Randori. Kaeshi-Waza: Counter techniques. Uke applies initial technique to nage. Kaiten (open and turn): To revolve or turn. Kakari-Geiko (hard practice): Repetition of the same technique with many different ukes. Kansetsu waza: Joint manipulation techniques Kata (fixed form): Predetermined sequences of movements used as a learning technique in martial arts. Also Shoulder in Japanese. Keiko: Practice session or training. Kiai (full of ki): On the physical plane, kiai is manifested as a piercing shout emanating from the depths of ones being. On the spiritual plane, it is manifested as a steady outpouring of vital energy. Kihon Waza: basic techniques Kohai: Junior student. Kokyu (animating breath): When ones kokyu is full and deep, one is in tune with the workings of the universe. Kokyu-dosa: An exercise to develop your ki / breathing without using strength. Kokyu-ho (breath-meditation): A special set of meditation and development techniques aimed at calming the spirit and establishing true kokyu. Ku Zu Shi: Principle of breaking ones balance Kyo Sho: Vital spots on the body. Kyo: Emptiness as in breathing. Ma-ai (distance): The proper space between two partners; Varies with the height of the partners and whether or not they are holding weapons. Migi: Right Mushin: No Mind Na Ga Re: Flowing Nage: Throw or the person throwing. Nari Yuki No Matsu: To wait for the turn of events, patience. Omote (forward): Techniques done moving forward or IN FRONT of uke. On egai shi mas (I make a request): Please do me this favor. Rei (respect): The formal gesture of respect and gratitude used by Aikidoists.
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GLOSSARY CONTD.
Reigi: Etiquette or courtesy. Ryo: Both Sai Ka Tanden: State of nothingness. Say Chu Sin: Body center line Seiza (correct or calm sitting): Most formal and classic sitting style in Japan; sitting on knees with feet flat, left big toe over right with about three fists space between knees; back straight. Sensei (teacher): Title used for instructor. Set Su Zoku: Connection Shi Te Hara: Focusing of power from hara or center, awareness of center. Shi Zen Tai: Natural Shihan (teacher of teachers): Honorary title awarded to some of the highest ranked teachers. Shiho: Four directions Shikaku (dead corner): Blind spot or position. Shikko: Knee walking. Shin Ki Kiitsu: Unity of soul mind and body Shomen: #1=Front or top of the head. #2=The front of the dojo. So Tai Dosa: Partner warm-up exercises So Tai Kan Kay: Confrontational yet interrelated nature Soto (out/outside): Movement outside of ukes arm. Suburi: A single movement using the ken or jo as done in solo practice. Suki: Opening or vulnerability Sumatsu dosa: Back stretch Sumi Kiri: Clarity of mind and body. Suwari-waza: Techniques done from a sitting position. Suyoku nari mas: Stronger, become strong Tachi Agari Mas: Rise up to ones feet Tachi-tori (sword taking): Techniques to disarm and or neutralize an opponent armed with a sword. Tachi-waza: #1=Techniques done from a standing position. #2=Using the bokken to throw uke.
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GLOSSARY CONTD.
Tanto: Knife Te: Hand Tekubi: Wrist Tenkan (turn): Refers to the direction of movement. Moving to a position where nage is backto-back with uke. Tenshin: To take a step backwards off the line of attack. To Te Su Tai: United body Uchi (inner): Movement inside or under ukes arm. Uchi-deshi (inner disciple): A student who lives in the dojo and acts as a 24 hr trainee / attendant. Ude: Arm Udekime-nage (arm bar throw): Type of kokyu nage where ukes arm acts as a lever arm. Uke (to receive): The partner being thrown or attacking. Ukemi (fall): Taking a controlled fall when thrown. Ushiro-waza (rear techniques): Techniques applied when attacked from the rear. Waza: Techniques Yoko Wakari Mas: I understand Yokomen-uchi (side blow to the head): Uke cuts diagonally across nage, neck to hip. Yurume mas: loosen, relax Zanshin: Remaining mind