The early Buddhist term for a teacher is a “Kalyanamitta” – which means a “Noble Friend.” I love this phrase because it reframes the role of the teacher and student, and how this holy relationship impacts your life. In this blog post, I will share with you the advice the Buddha gave in his teaching on the 5 qualities of a “Nobel Friend.” As Aikido is a higher path of practice, I think that these guidelines are especially relevant to Aikido teachers. This is the Buddha’s advice to an Aikido Sensei.
Aikido is a paradoxical art. Fully grasping Aikido requires you to develop a relatively complex understanding of its technical curriculum, while at the same time having direct access to the universal principles that are the spiritual core of the art. Another way to look at it is, to fully master the art of Aikido you need to “learn Aikido like a pro, create Aikido as an artist.”
5-Day Mindfulness Meditation Retreat w/ Miles Kessler
Fuerth, Germany – Integral Aikido Intensive, w/ Miles Kessler (6th dan, Aikikai)
| Date: |
September 6, 2019—September 8, 2019 |
| Event: |
Integral Aikido Intensive, w/ Miles Kessler |
| Topic: |
Integral Aikido Intensive |
| Venue: |
Takemusu Aiki Dojo Bayern |
| Location: |
Fuerth, Germany
Germany |
5-Day Mindfulness Meditation Retreat w/ Miles Kessler
Sursee, Switzerland – Integral Aikido Seminar, w/ Miles Kessler (6th dan, Aikikai)
Connecting With The Source – Day Workshop w/ Patrick Cassidy & Miles Kessler
Riviera Seminar 2019 – “Evolving Together” w/ Patrick Cassidy & Miles Kessler | Vevey, Switzerland
Embodiment For Mindfulness & A.C.T. Facilitators
Join Miles Kessler for this special 3-day training for teachers, trainers, & therapists who are working in the fields of mindfulness & A.C.T. facilitation.
- Day One (04/27): “Working With Your Inner Resistance & Shadow”
- Day Two (04/28): “Embodying Your Facilitation”
Boves, Italy – Integral Aikido Intensive w/ Miles Kessler (6th dan Aikikai)
