Nick Regnier - Aikido

19/12/2025

Here is a NEW video with Aiki Ken. Ken Suburi is not just about swinging the sword—it is a constant quest for improvement and a deep inquiry into why we move the way we do.

In this video, I explore the essential principles that transform the sword from a tool into an instant extension of your body. We are looking at the 2nd Kumitachi, but the foundation lies in how we approach our Suburi practice.

Key Principles Covered:
Body Over Blade: Don't think about the cut or thrust first. Instead, focus on specific body shapes and movements. These are identical to Taijutsu techniques and are the secret to building strong Aikido.

The Core Connection: Power does not come from the arms or legs, but from the core. Whether you are static, moving forward, or retreating, that core engagement must remain constant.

Martial Validity: Always visualize an opponent trying to take your center. Keep your center line facing them, but crucially, work on stepping off the line. This is a vital martial aspect that should never be omitted.

Visualization: When you move, imagine you are moving as one structure.
If you focus only on the strike, you miss the discipline of footwork and posture. Master the body mechanic first, and the power will follow without the need for muscular strength.

Watch as I apply these core principles to the 2nd Kumitachi.

25/08/2025

In this video, I share my personal story of overcoming a profound hearing disability and the crippling fear that came with it. I'll take you back to my youth in France, struggling with analogue hearing aids and the anxiety of phone calls. I'll then reveal how a single discipline—Aikido—didn't just teach me self-defence, but gave me the inner strength and laser-like focus to overcome my challenges and build a successful life as an entrepreneur.

This is a powerful story about resilience, self-belief, and finding your own path to mastering your fears.

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In this video, I share my personal story of overcoming a profound hearing disability and the crippling fear that came with it. I'll take you back to my youth...

25/08/2025

In this video, we are practicing Kumitachi, the paired sword practice in Aikido, with the aim to achieve good Awase with your partner, and how to use your center and 'mass' to effectively control their balance without relying on brute force.

This session gives some crucial information to understand the core principles of Aikido and for experienced practitioners who want to refine their technique.

In this video, we are practicing Kumitachi, the paired sword practice in Aikido, with the aim to achieve good Awase with your partner, and how to use your ce...

09/08/2025

Here is a NEW video focusing on connecting with the Ken during Ken Suburi and Kumitachi no 1 with a few Henka. The importance of using hips and connecting with partner as one, which is then followed through with Taijutsu... This video shows segments of one of our recent tuitions at Ark Academy School in Wembley Park. Everyone is welcome and sessions are from 730pm to 9pm.

Here is a NEW video focusing on connecting with the Ken during Ken Suburi and Kumitachi no 1 with a few Henka. The importance of using hips and connecting wi...

02/08/2025

https://youtu.be/ettb9vZVxJg

Here is a NEW video showing some interesting details with Ken Suburi...Please visit my website to get more information: https://www.aspireaikidolondon.co.uk/...

02/08/2025

This NEW video reveals the importance of using your hips for power and control. How a relaxed upper body is crucial to feeling and harnessing the full potential of your hips. This isn't just about striking; it's about connecting your entire body to generate a more efficient & strong power with control...

This NEW video reveals the importance of using your hips for power and control. How a relaxed upper body is crucial to feeling and harnessing the full potent...

26/07/2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3rLDVpLz04

Here is a new Video showing 20 Jo Suburi with an emphasis on strike or thrusting before stepping, this enables hips movements to be working first before step...

12/06/2025

Here's a new Ken Suburi video from our current venue. We're excited to announce we'll be moving to Ark Academy School in Wembley Park starting July 2025!

To truly grasp advanced techniques, it's crucial to master the fundamentals like Ken Suburi and Jo Suburi. Approach your practice with a Kaizen mindset – continuously striving for improvement. Every session is an opportunity to gain "one extra point," and these points quickly add up, pushing your Aikido to the next level.

Without this focused effort, simply repeating movements without intention yields "zero points." Zero points across countless training sessions still equals zero progress. This might sound harsh, but it's the reality many overlook, mistakenly believing mere repetition leads to elevation.

Real progress comes from within. Bring genuine intention to every practice, and watch your Aikido evolve.

Here's a new Ken Suburi video from our current venue. We're excited to announce we'll be moving to Ark Academy School in Wembley Park starting July 2025!To t...

15/02/2025

Here is a NEW video putting an emphasis on good eyesight, developing control and absorbing power during Aiki Jo study at Aspire Aikido London Dojo...
There are plenty of other points but we purposely highlighted these 3 points during that one evening session...

This video puts an emphasis on good eyesight, developing control and absorbing power during Aiki Jo study at Aspire Aikido London Dojo... There are plenty of...

08/02/2025

This is a special Aikido session taught with Said Sebbagh Sensei on the 12th November 2024 at Aspire Aikido London Dojo.
Jo Suburi was the main focus with a few strong emphasis with Taijutsu revealing clear details that are strongly interlinked with Aiki Jo and Aiki Ken. Kumi Jo paired practice was also studied in this session.
On behalf of all participants who were able to join this class, we sincerely thank Said Sebbagh Sensei for his generosity and kindness to teach us a very detailed Aikido tuition with lots of points to reflect and to practice on...

This is a special Aikido session taught with Said Sebbagh Sensei on the 12th November 2024 at Aspire Aikido London Dojo. Jo Suburi was the main focus with a ...

12/01/2025

Here is a NEW video showing a number of Jo Suburi sequences studied recently at Aspire Aikido London Dojo...

Here is a NEW video showing a number of Jo Suburi sequences studied recently at Aspire Aikido London Dojo... Please visit my website to get more information:...