AIKIDO HIBIKI
KIDS GRADING REQUIREMENTS
The new student focuses on physical coordination and memorizing words and basic physical movements. Further down the line, the student concerns self gradually with interaction with the partner i.e., what effect one is having on partner and vice versa. But the central concern is consciousness and control of the self.
TECHNIQUES
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Aikido techniques are all done in contact with partner. Self-management (of body and mind) is always the challenge while performing specific techniques and movements.
UKEMI (RECEIVING)
Aikido techniques are all partnered, so it is important how to be the recipient of techniques safely and constructively. Self-management is of course involved, but the challenge is how to participate and not be a passive object.
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KNOWLEDGE/CONDUCT
Much of the practice and dojo culture is absorbed by repeated contact. For kids, we explicitly acknowledge and transmit key pieces of the culture. It also helps parents to help their child aikidoists.
MILESTONES FOR NEW STUDENTS
Gradings serve as both motivational and content boosts. At the instructor's discretion, beginning students might be offered the choice of earning "stripes" while still in the earliest stages. Parents can refer to the graphic to support their child aikidoists.
