Thanks for your post. I have not trained at Hombu dojo only in Iwama with Saito Sensei in 1988 so I appreciate your insight into training at the headquarters. Now at 70 after 39 years on the mat I still take a lot of falls most days though I must say some days it is harder to get up and after a couple of hours at a seminar or multiple classes every joint aches but it is still a pleasure to train especially once I get moving a bit. I will say I do have to respect my age and all the years of wear and tear on the body. Best wishes enjoy your time there will I am sure remain treasured decades later when you reach a ripe old age. JM
Thank you very much for your comment. It came exactly in time when I needed such support. Yes, I'm enjoying the time in Japan and I'm looking forward to what is coming next.
And congratulations to your continuous practice, you're a role model! ;)
To be honest, I was in Tokyo in 2016, but I didn´t find the courage to go to Hombu dojo and train there. I was alone, and I didn´t know Hombu dojo worked. After reading your article, I kind of regret it. Well, maybe I´ll have another chance in the future :-)
Thanks for your post. I have not trained at Hombu dojo only in Iwama with Saito Sensei in 1988 so I appreciate your insight into training at the headquarters. Now at 70 after 39 years on the mat I still take a lot of falls most days though I must say some days it is harder to get up and after a couple of hours at a seminar or multiple classes every joint aches but it is still a pleasure to train especially once I get moving a bit. I will say I do have to respect my age and all the years of wear and tear on the body. Best wishes enjoy your time there will I am sure remain treasured decades later when you reach a ripe old age. JM
Thank you very much for your comment. It came exactly in time when I needed such support. Yes, I'm enjoying the time in Japan and I'm looking forward to what is coming next.
And congratulations to your continuous practice, you're a role model! ;)
All the best and many following years on tatami!
To be honest, I was in Tokyo in 2016, but I didn´t find the courage to go to Hombu dojo and train there. I was alone, and I didn´t know Hombu dojo worked. After reading your article, I kind of regret it. Well, maybe I´ll have another chance in the future :-)