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Expert: - 9/28/2008


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Hello, I am 45.5 years old and fairly fit and feel strong, I have been facinated
with art and philosophy of Aikido for several years but I wonder if I am to old to
begin lessons (I have never taken a martial arts class) what do you think? What
county of New York are you in? Thank you!

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Hi Susansa,

Definitely try aikido! I started when I was about 38 and am still practicing at 60. I live in upstate New York. If you live in the NYC area, I would suggest contacting Sensei Gary Snyder of Aikido Kokikai of NYC (http://www.nycaikido.com/). He is a wonderful teacher.

Judy

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Judith Warner

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I hold a 5th degree black belt in aikido and co-chief instructor at an aikido dojo in upstate New York. I have written a book on the application of aikido`s mind/body state of centering in everyday life. I would be happy to share my understanding of aikido in response to questions on the martial art of aikido.

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I have taught aikido for over 20 years and worked with its mind/body principles off the mat for 23. I am also a certified qi gong therapist.

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MS, Economics, ASU 5th degree black belt, aikido, Aikido Kokikai International

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