Until you try this, and succeed to connect with the principles, it seems impossible, illogical and unbelievable, but the light grip can effectively neutralise a strong and determined Jo Tsuki to the face. (An attack rarely used in practise for the usual safety reasons).
The secret? Well there isn't one really because if you really do abide by the principles the answer is freely available. The big problem is that we too often 'know best' and don't explore aiki principles when we practise what we think is the art. Here's a clue, extend ki, use your hips and don't confront the point of contact.
PS no need to hold the jo as shown all the time, it is merely an excercise to prove the principles work.
The secret? Well there isn't one really because if you really do abide by the principles the answer is freely available. The big problem is that we too often 'know best' and don't explore aiki principles when we practise what we think is the art. Here's a clue, extend ki, use your hips and don't confront the point of contact.
PS no need to hold the jo as shown all the time, it is merely an excercise to prove the principles work.