(tsuki = the attacker thrusts his/her bokken at your abdomen)

He also gave us very detailed instruction on bokken takeaways.

This particular aikido camp was graciously hosted by Ken MacBeth, at the Aikido of North County dojo. This was the first time I met MacBeth sensei, and everything you've heard about him is true! :) He is a great example for all of us to follow, he is a great instructor with a relaxed and joyful disposition, and also very humble. Not only does he dedicate his time to aikido (he was recently promoted to Godan), but he also practices bikram yoga and goes running every week. I'm sure there's a lot more about him that I do not know, but that alone is quite impressive!