Praise from Seminar Participants |
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Testimonial letters after the Seminar with Certa Shihan Cleveland, May,2009
“…the seminar was very valuable for me. It presented a chance to learn Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu techniques from the high ranked Master. I think I learned how to make better decisions in choosing appropriate techniques applications... E.E. “ Three Streams Dojo”
“ I think the Seminar with Certa Shihan was very informative and useful. I look forward to attending the next one…” D.E. “ Three Streams Dojo”
“.. Though I only attended one day, the Certa Shihan seminar was a tremendous learning experience! Not only did we practice Aiki Jujutsu techniques , as for the beginner of the lowest rank, it was interesting to watch and practice with those who are masters in Aikido, Aiki Jujutsu, Jiu Jitsu and some other disciplines. Although lack of practice has let the techniques escape my mind for now, the spirit of the Seminar, the strength, the power, speed and mental influence remain imbedded..” B.W. “Best Defense Center”
“ Great Seminar! I especially liked sessions, that included work on breathing, concentration, “kiai”, and Aiki Jujutsu techniques. The techniques presented to us seem very effective and rational. Practicing with the bokken was more complicated for me. I didn’t quite understand how some of the moves work. It seems to me they were somewhat different from what I had chance to practice before….overall it was great experience.” Anton Gorbachev “Three Streams Dojo”
“ I really enjoyed the seminar. I am glad I attended all three days! I was taught a lot of Aiki Jujutsu techniques; proper use of atemi waza (punches, blocks, kicks…) and had the opportunity to practice them with the students from different schools. I also enjoyed the classes on sword and different stances. It helped me to get rid of some fear I used to have while working with weapons……….. I am looking forward to our next seminar with Certa Shihan.” Abhishek Asokan “ Three Streams Dojo”
“The seminar with Certa Shihan was a once in a lifetime experience. Not only did the warm ups make me feel confident, but all the techniques Certa Shihan taught were enough to make me feel secure that I could handle myself in any situation. Certa Shihan’s teachings and personality were fun and enlightening, making it truly a wonderful experience. Even though the three days were a lot of work, I felt like I accomplished so much more than a good workout. It was another rung up on the later of removing my ego, gaining and achieving more success within myself.” Tracy Pierce “Three Streams Dojo”
..”The Seminar was great. Certa Shihan kept it very interesting and was very supportive. Techniques were clean but very powerful. It helped me better understand how to control my hara and make my body stronger, while keeping the balance…” Igor Narodovich “Three Streams Dojo”
“It was a great privilege and honor to train with Antonino Certa, Shihan. I am always looking for new styles of training be it verbal or physical. I will take much of Shihan concepts and implement them into my law enforcement training program. I am looking forward to his return visit and may they be many.”
“Sensei Vladimir Soroka, I enjoyed the seminar very much. It opened a new perspective on the concepts of the oldest teachings of martial art of Aiki-Jujutsu; and also Aikido in a modern lifestyle. I now consider it not only as a physical exercise but as a continuous intellectual and spiritual guidance. Thank you for the opportunity to be a part of it. I am looking forward for future seminars.” Alex Nudelman Three Streams Dojo”
“Thank you, Certa Shihan, for your dynamic and informative instructions. Your lessons have broadened my understanding of the essence of Aiki martial arts, the spirit and the atemi. My perception of Aikido has been somewhat altered in light of its lineage through Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu. I’m looking forward to future seminars under your leadership.” Liam Eddy, Senior Instructor “Three Streams Dojo”
"I enjoyed Certa Sensei's instruction immensely. He is clearly a very dedicated, highly trained and skilled martial artist as well as a fine human being. His technique is extremely effective, explosively powerful and his instruction is clear and precise. As a long-time practitioner of Aikido, it was very interesting to see the Daito Ryu origins of many techniques I am already very familiar with. I would recommend Certa Sensei's classes to serious martial artists of any style. If you have the chance to train with him, don't miss it!" Jim Klar, Aikido 4th Dan, Head Instructor Cleveland Aikikai, Oberlin, Medina |
