Being Uchi-deshi in Iwama

Shoes for training outdoors
You will need outdoor shoes for outdoor weapons practice. Sandals are not allowed, since your feet will get muddy and this will be the same as walking barefoot if you have to go back into the dojo. Get some kind of rubber-soled shoes or sneakers, slip-ons are good since you will be doing a lot of getting in and out of them. You will also need them for wearing around the dojo area.

Clothing
You will need easy everyday clothes such as sweat suits for working in, as well as wearing around the dojo and in Iwama. Also one good set of clothes for parties and going out: A shirt with a collar ( poloshirt / short sleeved shirt for summer or long sleeved shirt with collar for fall / winter) and a pair of pants ( not jeans ) will be good enough for most occasions. You may also need a pair of presentable shoes for dressing up. No sandals!

Behaviour
Your behaviour will reflect back to the people who have recommended you to Nemoto Sensei. You should take great care in behaving properly at all times. There are rules in the Aiki House and dojo which will be explained to you. You must abide by them, even if you do not agree with them. Keep a humble attitude at all times. Remember that you are a guest in a foreign country and culture, so behave nicely.

>> Next page
 


The Martial Art of O-Sensei

Morihiro Saito History in Brief

The Physical Form of Aikido

Aikido Training

Riai - The Harmony of Principles

The Spirit of Aikido

Teaching the Art

Training schedule

Studying Japanese Culture

 Copenhagen Aiki Shuren Dojo

Activities

Miscellaneous

H O M E
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 
©2mas/2003