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by AG1
Wed Oct 29, 2014 8:13 pm
Forum: Wado Talk
Topic: Training outside federation/sub group
Replies: 5
Views: 8713

Re: Training outside federation/sub group

My opinion is that sr students should be encouraged to train with other Wado groups and for that matter with other styles. In our travels to Japan with Suzuki Sensei we would train with both Wado-Ryu and wadokai groups as long as he knew and respected the instructors. He would also encourage me to a...
by AG1
Wed Oct 29, 2014 8:13 pm
Forum: Wado Talk
Topic: Training outside federation/sub group
Replies: 5
Views: 8713

Re: Training outside federation/sub group

My opinion is that sr students should be encouraged to train with other Wado groups and for that matter with other styles. In our travels to Japan with Suzuki Sensei we would train with both Wado-Ryu and wadokai groups as long as he knew and respected the instructors. He would also encourage me to a...
by AG1
Wed Jul 03, 2013 11:39 pm
Forum: Wado Talk
Topic: Interesting demo from John Wicks sensei
Replies: 25
Views: 35602

Re: Interesting demo from John Wicks sensei

For comparison sake, I saw this recently so thought I'd share.
This is comparing apples with oranges Gary, as we already established in a previous thread that Tachi dori in Wado serves a different purpose. Am I missing something?
by AG1
Tue Apr 02, 2013 9:42 pm
Forum: Wado Talk
Topic: Internal Power
Replies: 174
Views: 179016

Re: Internal Power

quote="Gusei21"]Hi,
Tate seishan is unique to Wado (no other karate styles use this stance) because Wado is unique
Agree that Wado is unique, but not sure about Tate seishan...I've read two of Choki Motobu's books and there are pics of him that very much look like TS...[/quote]
by AG1
Fri Feb 01, 2013 4:49 pm
Forum: Wado Talk
Topic: Moving up in ranks
Replies: 40
Views: 54805

Re: Moving up in ranks

Hi Igor, And I think most people who walk into a dojo expects to 1) learn karotty 2) have fun 3) get in shape 4) learn self defense 5) live out their Japanese samurai fantasies 6) pick up members of whatever sex they may prefer at the moment The last thing I expect them to do is show up to actually...
by AG1
Wed Jan 23, 2013 9:43 pm
Forum: Wado Talk
Topic: Hitting Stuff
Replies: 15
Views: 22156

Re: Hitting Stuff

I work all three, ie. handpads, heavy bag and makiwara. Each serves a different purpose; handpads for target and reaction practice, heavy bag for power and makiwara for form and conditioning. In my view they are complimentary and while you may prefer one method over another, they need not be mutuall...
by AG1
Thu Jan 10, 2013 9:52 pm
Forum: Wado Talk
Topic: Which is/are your favourite Kata?
Replies: 45
Views: 51295

Re: Which is/are your favourite Kata?

David, as you continue practicing Wado and your level of understanding increases your personal preferences of kata will evolve. I now enjoy practicing katas I once did not care for much, such as Rohai. I'm sure you've heard over and over that kata must be practiced properly, but what does "prop...
by AG1
Fri Nov 02, 2012 5:04 pm
Forum: Wado Talk
Topic: 'Alright Now'
Replies: 2
Views: 5540

Re: 'Alright Now'

It is true but as far as I know he stopped training in the 80's; they remained good friends. Paul Rodgers even featured Suzuki Sensei in one of his videos from the 80's: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUY-TCOWsS4
by AG1
Wed Oct 03, 2012 1:23 am
Forum: Events and Reports
Topic: Washington DC Wado-Ryu Club
Replies: 4
Views: 7112

Re: Washington DC Wado-Ryu Club

Thanks for that. We have a WIKF student from Chile in DC studying at American University, I'll ask him to get in touch with you. I am a student of Suzuki Tatsuo Sensei and learned from your website that Mr Harlan has trained under him. I think it's great to have a Wado school in DC. Wish you all the...
by AG1
Tue Oct 02, 2012 7:39 pm
Forum: Events and Reports
Topic: Washington DC Wado-Ryu Club
Replies: 4
Views: 7112

Re: Washington DC Wado-Ryu Club

Thanks Michael - I occassionally visit DC to call on my bosses, I'll make sure to stop by next time I do.
Is there a website?

Best,