This blog features all things budo – aikido, judo, and jodo tips as well as general martial arts philosophy and advice. Writings from some of Kaze Uta Budo Kai’s finest teachers, students, and friends.

Budo: Practice without a Partner

Budo: Practice without a Partner

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Since the dojo is closed due to the COVID-19 outbreak, here are some resources for solo practice you can do at home. Aikido The walking kata is arguably the most important thing…

Study Guides - Aikido

Aikido Study Guides Available

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Windsong aikido students: Are you getting ready for a belt promotion? We’ve created some handy study guides to help make sure you are prepared.

Windsong Dojo CLOSED starting March 16th

Windsong Dojo CLOSED starting March 16th

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To all Windsong Students: We’ve given this a lot of thought, and in light of the facts surroundingĀ the COVID-19 outbreak, have decided that it is in our best interest to close the…

Prone Turtle Turnover 5

Judo: Prone Turtle Turnover using Knee Lift

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Greg Ables is uke, Kellie Larsen is tori, Chris Wilson videographer. We begin with Greg in a defensive turtle, lying on the ground with his hands in close to his neck. Kellie…