Class Week-in-Review April 20, 2014

Sifu Leonard working with students

Self-defense week got a great start with review of basic self-defense from a point-blank gun attack and hold-up. We slightly modified some techniques based on Aikijujitsu stylist Bob Laronga. Nabila offered very effective variations based on Aikido techniques taught by the late Sensei Robert Koga.

On Wednesday we introduced defense techniques from a club attack. Sifu Leonard and Sensei Aaron were on-hand to help us learn how to enter the attack and what to do after evading an attack.

Saturday welcomed review of basic "fight avoidance" and "fencing" techniques. That is, how to avoid physical conflict. This included simple footwork for creating space with your "fence" or arms/bike/object, along with stepping in at an angle when someone suspicious approaches you. Verbal techniques, such as "Stop" when someone gets into the "red alert" zone were covered.

We also had a new student. As always, we encourage visitors and prospective students to sit in and try a class. There is no obligation.