Rock and Roll Aikido Techniques
by Dave “Rock and Roll wishes it could forget me” Shaw
The following techniques are modern variations of some of the classical Aikido techniques, utilizing some crossover from the budo of Rock and Roll. These are merely a sampling, further exposition of this approach (preferably done with loud music and lots of alcohol) should yield a set of techniques that is nearly limitless. Please feel free to add your own at any time.
Born to be Wild Irimi Nage – Begins with uke trying to kick-start nage’s motorcycle, with nage approaching from the front, slightly to one side. As uke comes down on the starter, nage steps in and applies atemi to uke’s midsection. Uke will normally double over, then start to straighten back up, at which point nage applies a strong sokumen irimi nage, forcing uke off the back of the bike. Read more
