Aikido: Christian TISSIER - Cologne / Germany 

Just to make it clear, my original post is a compliment, not a criticism.

+Vernon Robinson You are right. In Aikido the ukemi is taken not only in case of loss of balance but to avoid atemi or damage through joint-lock. The crucial point is to stay capable and present e.g. preserve shisei as long as possible.

+Vernon Robinson You are right. In Aikido the ukemi is taken not only in case of loss of balance but to avoid atemi or damage through joint-lock. The crucial point is to stay capable and present e.g. preserve shisei as long as possible.

+AikinomichiWien Tori on the other side gives a chance. Principle of respect to the integrity of the body .

+AikinomichiWien Tori on the other side gives a chance. Principle of respect to the integrity of the body .