Keiko Osame

Keiko Osame

“Keiko Osame” holds profound significance in Aikido and Japanese martial arts, marking the culmination of a year’s practice and training. In Japanese, “Keiko” signifies practice, while “Osame” means conclusion. Therefore, Keiko Osame represents the pivotal final training session of the year, offering a moment for both the dojo and its students to embrace the full…

Grit: Passion and Perseverance on Your Aikido Journey

Grit: Passion and Perseverance on Your Aikido Journey

What if the more important part of learning Aikido isn’t natural talent, athleticism, or a certain body type, but instead a long-term learning mindset that’s within the reach of every student?   This approach was discovered by Angela Duckworth, Ph.D., professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, who began her career as an elementary school…