Aikido Yuishinkai Philippines

Aikido Yuishinkai Philippines Aikido Yuishinkai is a modern school of aikido founded in 1996 by Koretoshi Maruyama.

Promoting peace, harmony, and positive mindset
Creating an “Aikido without boundaries” philosophy

Yes. Ernesto “Ernie” Talag Sensei is a significant figure in Philippine Aikido, particularly in Aikido Yuishinkai.He was...
22/08/2026

Yes. Ernesto “Ernie” Talag Sensei is a significant figure in Philippine Aikido, particularly in Aikido Yuishinkai.
He was one of the early Filipinos promoted to Shodan (1st Dan) in traditional Aikido under Koichi Tohei Sensei. �

In 1983, he became Chief Instructor of the Ki Society of the Philippines. �
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In 1998, he resigned from the Ki Society and established Ki Association International (KI-AI). �
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In 2007, KI-AI affiliated with Aikido Yuishinkai, founded by Koretoshi Maruyama Shihan. Maruyama promoted Talag Sensei to Rokudan (6th Dan). �
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He subsequently served as a principal representative/instructor of Aikido Yuishinkai in the Philippines. The Yuishinkai international directory identifies Ernesto T. Talag as its Philippine representative. �
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An interview from 2008 identifies him as 6th Dan and Head Instructor of Aikido Yuishinkai Philippines. �
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So, in the context of the Yuishinkai techniques you've been asking about—Kotai, Juntai, Ryutai, Jo, Hanjo, Nikkyo, Tenchi-nage, and Randori—Talag Sensei is an important Philippine teacher in that lineage.
If you want, I can also give you �⁠Ernie Talag Sensei's Aikido lineage from Koichi Tohei → Ki Society → Ki-AI → Maruyama Yuishinkai, including the dates and major transitions.

28/07/2026

Heaven and Earth Throw ( Tenchi Nage)

28/07/2026

Ernie Talag Sensei 6th dan
Chief Instructor
09186623507

Tenchi Nage (天地投げ) — Heaven and Earth Throw in Aikido Yuishinkai
In Aikido Yuishinkai, founded by Koretoshi Maruyama Sensei, Tenchi Nage is more than a throwing technique—it is an expression of harmony, relaxation, and the unification of opposing forces. The throw uses two simultaneous directions:
Ten (Heaven): One hand extends upward and forward.
Chi (Earth): The other hand moves downward and outward.
The body remains centered and relaxed, allowing uke's balance to separate naturally. �
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Key Yuishinkai Principles in Tenchi Nage
Positive Mind (Positivity)
Maruyama Sensei emphasizes maintaining a calm and positive state of mind.
The technique should feel natural, without force or struggle. �
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Use of Center
Movement originates from the hara (center), not from arm strength.
The hands simply express the directions of heaven and earth.
Relaxation and Extension
The "heaven" hand extends upward naturally.
The "earth" hand guides downward without pushing.
Both actions occur simultaneously to create kuzushi (unbalancing). �
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Body Movement (Tai Sabaki)
Step off the attack line.
Turn the hips and maintain connection with uke.
The throw results from body movement rather than muscular force.
Practice in Yuishinkai Levels
Kotai (solid form): Learn correct hand positions, footwork, and structure.
Juntai (flowing form): Develop smoother blending and timing.
Ryutai (fluid form): Execute the technique naturally with minimal effort and continuous movement. �
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Tenchi Nage reflects one of the central ideas of Aikido Yuishinkai: when heaven and earth are connected through a relaxed center, technique becomes effortless and harmonious. �
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21/07/2026

In Aikido Yuishinkai, Nikkyo (Second Teaching) at the Juntai level emphasizes continuous movement, timing, and connection, rather than applying the wrist lock from a static position. Juntai builds on the fundamentals learned in Kotai by blending smoothly with uke's movement. �
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Key points of Nikkyo Juntai include:
Blend with the attack instead of stopping it.
Maintain continuous body movement so the technique flows naturally.
Lead with your center (hara) rather than relying on arm strength.
Keep soft but connected contact with uke throughout the technique.
Apply the Nikkyo control progressively, using proper timing and body alignment rather than force. �

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If you're interested, I can also �⁠explain the **step-by-step ex*****on of Katadori Nikkyo at the Juntai level** as taught in Aikido Yuishinkai.

15/07/2026

Randori Training

15/07/2026

In Aikido Yuishinkai, Randori (乱取り) is free-flow practice in which one defender (nage) responds to one or more attackers (uke) using Aikido principles rather than force or competition. The goal is to remain calm, centered, and in harmony while adapting to unpredictable attacks. �
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The emphasis in Yuishinkai Randori includes:
Maintaining a positive mind (yuishin) and relaxed body.
Continuous movement with smooth tai sabaki (body movement).
Blending with the attack instead of meeting it with strength.
Applying techniques naturally, with control and concern for the safety of all partners.
Developing awareness, timing, distance (ma-ai), and balance under pressure. �
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Unlike competitive sparring, Yuishinkai Randori is a cooperative training method designed to cultivate harmony, adaptability, and effective Aikido technique rather than to defeat an opponent. �
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If you're referring to Aikido Yuishinkai grading, Randori is often practiced progressively—for example, 2-person (futari-gake), 3-person (sannin-gake), and multiple-attacker (taninzugake)—with increasing difficulty as students advance. �

15/07/2026

In Aikido Yuishinkai, Randori (乱取り) is free-flow practice in which one defender (nage) responds to one or more attackers (uke) using Aikido principles rather than force or competition. The goal is to remain calm, centered, and in harmony while adapting to unpredictable attacks. �
Aikido Yuishinkai +1
The emphasis in Yuishinkai Randori includes:
Maintaining a positive mind (yuishin) and relaxed body.
Continuous movement with smooth tai sabaki (body movement).
Blending with the attack instead of meeting it with strength.
Applying techniques naturally, with control and concern for the safety of all partners.
Developing awareness, timing, distance (ma-ai), and balance under pressure. �
Aikido Yuishinkai +1
Unlike competitive sparring, Yuishinkai Randori is a cooperative training method designed to cultivate harmony, adaptability, and effective Aikido technique rather than to defeat an opponent. �
Aikido Yuishinkai +1
If you're referring to Aikido Yuishinkai grading, Randori is often practiced progressively—for example, 2-person (futari-gake), 3-person (sannin-gake), and multiple-attacker (taninzugake)—with increasing difficulty as students advance. �
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15/07/2026

Aikido Yuishinkai Philippines
7th floor Marikina sports Center Tower , Sta Elena

Look for; Ernie Talag Sensei
09186623507In

Aikido Yuishinkai, Randori (乱取り) is free-flow practice in which one defender (nage) responds to one or more attackers (uke) using Aikido principles rather than force or competition. The goal is to remain calm, centered, and in harmony while adapting to unpredictable attacks. �
Aikido Yuishinkai +1
The emphasis in Yuishinkai Randori includes:
Maintaining a positive mind (yuishin) and relaxed body.
Continuous movement with smooth tai sabaki (body movement).
Blending with the attack instead of meeting it with strength.
Applying techniques naturally, with control and concern for the safety of all partners.
Developing awareness, timing, distance (ma-ai), and balance under pressure. �
Aikido Yuishinkai +1
Unlike competitive sparring, Yuishinkai Randori is a cooperative training method designed to cultivate harmony, adaptability, and effective Aikido technique rather than to defeat an opponent. �
Aikido Yuishinkai +1
If you're referring to Aikido Yuishinkai grading, Randori is often practiced progressively—for example, 2-person (futari-gake), 3-person (sannin-gake), and multiple-attacker (taninzugake)—with increasing difficulty as students advance. �

06/07/2026

Aikido Yuishinkai Philippines
Marikina sport Center Tower
7th floor Sta Elena Marikina City
Every Sunday 3-5pm

The hanbō (半棒), often spelled hanbo, is a short wooden staff used in several Japanese martial arts, including some lineages of Aikido. The name literally means "half staff."
Specifications:
Length: about 90 cm (3 shaku or 36 inches)
Material: usually Japanese white oak or red oak
Shape: straight, cylindrical wooden staff �
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In Aikido, the hanbō helps practitioners develop:
Proper distancing (ma-ai)
Timing (hyōshi)
Blending with an attack
Leverage for joint locks and throws
Close-range control, where a longer jō (127 cm) is less practical �
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Unlike the jō, which is commonly taught in most Aikido schools, hanbō training is not part of every Aikido curriculum. It is more often found in styles influenced by classical jujutsu or in some Iwama-related and specialized weapons programs. �
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Since you've been studying Aikido Yuishinkai, I can also explain how the hanbō principles relate to Yuishinkai techniques, even though the style primarily emphasizes the jō, bokken, and tantō.

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7F Marikina Sport Center, Shoe Avenue Sumulong Highway
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