Last night Ken Lee taught the Aikido Open Class. After warm-up, we started off with a katatetori kokyunage (tenkan variation), followed with a katatetori tan no kokyuho. During the standing kokyuho, on this technique I enjoyed the vigor and advanced training with Kip and Nate. Ken wanted a more active class so we worked on a number of different kokyunages, irminages, and a kotegashi. We also continued work with a more dynamic shomenuchi entering as well.
After class, Ken, Tip, Hal (a returning student from Hawaii), and I went to Old Chicago for an after class beer and meal. It was good to visit with these instructors and senior students. I will have to make a 5:45 a.m. Tip class before too long, especially if I know I won't be able to make a Tuesday/Thursday class that I am starting to establish as a my regular Aikido practice schedule.
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