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Linda Eskin, Writing About Aikido Since 2009.

I'm honored to learn that GrabMyWrist.com is included in "60 Top Martial Arts Blogs You Should Follow In 2020," by James Davis, Chief Editor of MMA Station, calling it "a fantastic resource for anyone interested in taking up the Japanese Martial Art." and "Through her blog, Linda offers some fantastic insights into her experiences with Aikido, as well as some brilliant beginners guides for those new to the martial art."

2020 Hindsight — Thoughts at The Solstice

21 December, 202021 December, 2020 by Linda Eskin - Grab My Wrist
Looking back along a trail at dusk

Well, there’s nothing like a deadline. I started several versions of this post over the past few months, but always got sidetracked or overwhelmed by … Read more …

Categories UncategorizedTags COVID-19, fitness, health, learning, reflections

Poetry Nuggets – A Haiku How-To

24 September, 202024 September, 2020 by Linda Eskin - Grab My Wrist

My third-grade teacher, Mrs. Dorothy Vogler, taught us a lot about arts, from pottery to poetry. Most important, she let us know there are no … Read more …

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My Reading of The South Korean Paper on COVID-19 Spread in Fitness Dance Classes

19 May, 202020 May, 2020 by Linda Eskin - Grab My Wrist
Case Map for Coronavirus Disease Associated with Fitness Dance Classes South Korea

This post discusses an early release, published on May 15 2020, of the Research Letter Cluster of Coronavirus Disease Associated with Fitness Dance Classes, South … Read more …

Categories UncategorizedTags COVID-19, dojo managment

Daily Checklist — 7 Actions to Help Us All Stay Grounded and Peaceful

18 March, 202018 March, 2020 by Linda Eskin - Grab My Wrist
List of 7 Actions

These are hard times. Everything is uncertain. The situation is increasingly frightening and tragic. On top of it all, our routines are disrupted, we’re apart … Read more …

Categories UncategorizedTags connection, COVID-19, health, mental health

Coronavirus — A Long Road Ahead

16 March, 202016 March, 2020 by Linda Eskin - Grab My Wrist

Because the coronavirus situation is changing so quickly, and because people may read this months from now, here’s a bit of context: Today is Monday, … Read more …

Categories UncategorizedTags COVID-19, dojo managment, health and safety, remote training

Aikido Videos, Online Aikido Courses, and Aikido DVDs

8 March, 202011 March, 2020 by Linda Eskin - Grab My Wrist

Benched with an injury? Stuck at home with a cold? Dojo closed for a COVID-19 quarantine? It can be disheartening to be off the mat … Read more …

Categories UncategorizedTags COVID-19, health, injuries, remote training, videos

Don’t panic. Do Act. — Aikido in a world with COVID-19

7 March, 202015 March, 2020 by Linda Eskin - Grab My Wrist

Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. I am an Aikido student and personal trainer. I have had many opportunities to talk with students, teachers, … Read more …

Categories UncategorizedTags aikido for children, dojo managment, health and safety, remote training

Your Dojo First Aid Kit

23 February, 20204 March, 2020 by Linda Eskin - Grab My Wrist
Dojo First Aid Kit - two open plastic boxes

I just restocked our dojo first aid kit in preparation for our annual Evolutionary Aikido seminar, and it reminded me that I’ve been wanting to … Read more …

Categories UncategorizedTags dojo managment, health and safety, tetsudai

Movement Helps Children Learn

18 February, 202018 February, 2020 by Linda Eskin - Grab My Wrist

Aikido combines learning through movement, awareness of our own bodies in space, and mindful moving meditation. In Aikido, students learn experientially, with the guidance of … Read more …

Categories UncategorizedTags aikido for children, meditation, why aikido

Aikido is a Healthful Activity for Post-menopausal Women

17 February, 202017 February, 2020 by Linda Eskin - Grab My Wrist

This seems intuitively obvious, but it never hurts to have science that backs up a sensible idea: “Women who exercise regularly after menopause tend to … Read more …

Categories UncategorizedTags exercise, fitness, why aikido
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It is my intention that Grab My Wrist be a resource for the entire Aikido community — especially new students, and new teachers.

I hope you will find the information here helpful and encouraging. I hope you will enjoy your Aikido practice, and will continue to train and teach.

When we continue our practice we personally benefit, our dojos benefit, and the whole community benefits. In the true spirit of Aikido, we all win.

Ganbatte Kudasai!

Come Train…

I train at Aikido of San Diego, under Dave Goldberg Sensei, 6th Dan.

In the San Diego area? If you're thinking about trying Aikido, please come visit the dojo and see a class or two for yourself. If you already train, you're welcome to drop in for a small daily mat fee.

We are a well-established Aikido dojo, with experienced instructors and friendly, vibrant community of supportive dojo members.

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