I can’t quote because I’m new or I’ve been doing that too much. But, someone said to go to an aikido gym and watch yourself be thrown. Challenge them. I’m in.
Ok, let me give you my background. Im a BJJ blue belt, 6’ 210 lbs, good athlete (HS Football, 3 year varsity starter), never wrestled, been in some streets fights, but have never taken a class on striking. So, nothing special, right? A serious Aikido practicioner should be able to send me flying, no?
I’m more than happy to meet up and see if you or someone you know can do it. I’m not trying to be a tough guy. I’d agree to not strike or not do anything stupid. I think it would be a fun challenge. We could videotape it or something. I’m in NJ. Let me know if you’re in or if you know someone who’d take the challenge.
Edit: I’m 100% serious. If you want to message me privately, we can do that there. I’m not gonna like travel far or do anything crazy to set this up. But again, more than happy to go forward with the challenge, assuming there aren’t any crazy asks on the other end.