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This 8-week course is an introduction to the basics and principles of the Aikido art. You will learn the techniques and principles of centre, balance, non-resistance, and harmony of movement in the Aikido relationship. It is open to men and women adults of all ages and abilities. The course will be taught by Miles Kessler, 5th dan instructor who has been training and teaching in Aikido for 25 years. Miles lived in Japan for 8 years studying full time under the guidance of Master Morihiro Saito Sensei, 9th dan. Miles moved to Tel Aviv in 2005 where lives and teaches full time. He regularly teaches Aikido seminars and workshops in Israel, Europe and the U.S.

* Course Duration : 8 weeks
* Schedule : Thursday, 19.00 ~ 20.15
* Location : Gretz School Gymnasium, 5 Adam Hacohen (near Ben Gurion blv) - Tel-Aviv
* Cost: 450 nis

For information about registration contact: info@integralaikido.org - Tel. 052-652-4004
Miles Kessler Hebrew Biography

With the help of Sensei Miles Kessler, a 5th Dan Aikido Aikiai instructor we documented in video most of the basic Aikido weapon techniques.
More to come...
links:
Miles Kessler website
Aikido in the Akban wiki

Following the recent terrorist scare after the Mumbai terrorist attack Indian youth are looking for ways to foster their personal security.

The Israeli system of Krav Maga seems like a natural choice since it advertises itself as a martial system that is very unique and efficient.

If the hype in India will be as strong as the popularity of Krav Maga in USA and Europe then we will see Vicky (Vikram) Kapoor, the head instructor opening many krav Maga training places.


Link to NewKerala, the Indian Kerala news source