Mike Flood’s Aikido & Martial Arts Articles

If you’re looking for straight‑forward talks about Aikido, self‑defence, and how different martial arts click together, you’ve landed on the right place. Mike Flood writes for the Norwich Aikido Academy blog, and his pieces aim to help beginners and seasoned students alike. No fancy jargon, just clear ideas you can apply right away.

What You’ll Find in Mike Flood’s Posts

Mike covers a wide range of topics. Need a quick answer on whether Aikido is hard to learn? His article "Is Aikido hard to learn?" breaks down the learning curve, the mental side, and how regular practice makes the moves click. Curious why people still train in Aikido after all these years? He explains the blend of fitness, philosophy, and community that keeps students coming back.

Mix‑and‑match fans will love the piece "Is Karate or Wing Chun suitable to mix with Aikido?". Mike compares striking‑focused Karate with the close‑range flow of Wing Chun, giving you practical tips on how each can complement Aikido’s redirection tactics. Want to know if you can get aggressive with Aikido in a real fight? His "Can you use Aikido aggressively and very effectively in a fight?" article shows how joint locks and throws can be applied confidently while staying safe.

Other posts dive into cross‑training benefits, like "Does Judo complement Aikido and vice versa?". Mike points out how Judo’s throws reinforce balance and how Aikido’s energy‑redirecting moves add softness to a Judo practice. He also touches on related arts – a short guide on getting "ki" in Aikido, a look at the differences between Taichi and Aikido, and even a practical note on practising Iaido without a sensei.

Why His Writing Stands Out

Mike writes like a fellow student sharing what works and what doesn’t. Every paragraph starts with a question you might be asking, then moves to a clear answer. He backs up opinions with real‑world examples – like mentioning the KA‑BAR knife when discussing combat tools or citing tariff impacts when talking about inflation, just to keep the tone relatable.

He never leaves you hanging. Each post ends with a simple action step: try a breathing drill, test a basic joint lock, or watch a short video on body positioning. That makes it easy to turn reading into practice, which is exactly what a martial‑arts learner wants.

Because the articles are grouped under the "Mike Flood" tag, you can quickly scan all his contributions in one place. Whether you’re hunting for beginner tips, style‑mixing ideas, or deeper philosophical talks, the tag page serves as a handy library.

Ready to explore more? Click through the list of posts, pick the one that matches your current question, and start applying the advice today. And if you’re in Norwich, consider joining a class at the Academy – the same practical spirit Mike writes about is live on the mat. Your next Aikido breakthrough could be just a read away.