Positive change – The aikido way!

The pandemic forced a lot of learning not only online but also into bedrooms and living rooms all around the world. The new world of learning echoed, “can you hear me” and “can you see my screen”? Performance-based syllabus, however, often completely practical and physical, did not convert so well to zoom meetings. So compulsory masks, non-contact and reduced class sizes, reduced class times and hybrid classes were the new norm. My presentation explains how I utilize the philosophy of Aikido and how I have applied it to the new hybrid teaching environment. Aikido resolves conflict in a compassionate manner; however, I believe it can also be used to provide harmony, reduce anxiety, and create a positive mindset in the classroom.