After some serious trouble and research, a long pause thinking how bad I am at tying knots, and a lot of YouTube tutorials, I managed to get this done and I am not even sure how bad it is, because a voice inside my head is telling me it’s not right😅🥺
#Hakama, the black long skirt pants we wear in Aikido, and other martial arts, is the symbol of #maturity, #responsibility, #dedication and #humility. It is of course reserved for the higher ranked practitioners (Dan ranks) but in #Algeria, in some Dojos, we still wear it as part of the traditional outfit and also for girls as a modest and honor way to cover up, again not all Dojos do that.
Aaaaaanyways, back to the matter at hand, did you know, that in #Asian and #Japanese culture, before wearing your Hakama for the first time, you absolutely have to fold it!! And you know why? It’s actually a believed that only the dead get to wear unfolded clothes, meaning, when someone dies in Japan, they are dressed in a newly sewn garment that has never been folded before. So, folding the Hakama isn’t “just a tradition”, it’s a symbol of life, continuity and fresh new starts, I believe.
Of course every school ties it in a different way, I am not sure what I did here, but at least the strings aren’t hanging there, I guess I could call it a mini win, a cute win, a me-win 😁😅 so, here I present to you my Kari-hakama-fold 🙆‍♀️😁😅🤣🥺🙆‍♀️

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Here are three things Aikido has taught me so far:
1️⃣ Control begins within: Mastering reactions, fears, and movements is harder than learning the techniques themselves. (Still learning to scratch the surface)
2️⃣ Size doesn’t matter: Precision and flow can overcome strength. (Can’t wait to master that 😁)
3️⃣ Falling gracefully is an art: Both on the mat and in life, knowing how to fall safely helps you rise stronger. (Still falling on the mat as gravity intends to)

Why Aikido? Well, simply because it’s more than just a martial art. It’s a philosophy that emphasizes harmonizing rather than confronting the opponent—a perfect metaphor for life.

Training alongside people much younger than me has been both challenging and inspiring. And as a teacher, stepping down to the student position is a whole new level of challenge. But Aikido isn’t about age—it’s about discipline, perseverance, and embracing new challenges. After establishing a work career and learning so much in different domains, I realized it was time to focus on my physical health and well-being.

“A month into Aikido, and I’ve learned more than just techniques—it’s a journey of discipline, balance, and self-discovery. 🌿✨

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