G'day all in this tread i would like to compile a list of hints and tips for aikido. This will be aimed at beginners to help fix common errors.
I would like to have a master list in this post that outlines the timing and/or situation the tip is usually said ingame. This will be used in my teachings ingame.




General tips



movement components

turing into and awa from your opponent.
turning in and away are fundamental skills for setting up throws and being heavy. i use pecs. most of my throw set ups for full throws start with me turning away and setting up my base. after i remove their ground control i use chest hips and abs to turn them towards the ground. Pecs are used if they are sitting heavy. to finish i try to use them to complete my base and put my weight on them like an extra leg.

taking a step
Contracting abs when taking a step will help your knee clear the ground keep the back knee extended and ankle contracted.

stepping backwards confuses the ghosts while the leg is in the air. the place where it looks like they can take you down is covered by a replant.

Opening Stance



Grab Stuff



Grab types



Ground control








Loss of ground contact still vertical

Shoulders shouldn't raise in the air
when you have been lifted and your opponent has Ground control raising your shoulders will send your feet further away from the center of the ring. unless you extend both pecs and contract your wrists at the same time. let your legs dangle when you do this and they will be in a more vertical position and easier to regain ground control with. its very much a trial and error thing when it comes to what to do with the legs. sometimes its better to hold them. but very rarely would i extend them if i have lost a lift battle the turn before. better to position for your landing for next turn.

F.AQ

what opener should i use?


How do you do all the flippy stuff?


How do you control your tori?


how do you kick/punch/throw/what ever move is mentioned.