Testimonials
Tai Chi
“I needed to work on my health due to a vehicular accident. I have a traumatic brain injury, as well as neck, back and shoulder injuries. I also had a difficult childhood. I discovered that I still have great potential. I preserved this happiness that comes with the peace of balancing myself physically, energetically, and emotionally through tai chi and qi gong. Energy work has transformed pain and unhappiness into understanding, better health and joyful moments for me and those around me. I would recommend for everyone to try the Genjikai dojo to find if the options are what they want. It has and does mean everything to me. My health has improved so much from the energy work.”
“I was interested in learning the graceful movements of tai chi and was hoping to become calmer. Sensei is a truly gifted master and healer who shares his knowledge, wisdom, and humor. When I am able to release tension and experience the energy it’s the best feeling. Over time I have become less fatigued and a little more relaxed. I would recommend people to come to class. Work with your energy and begin to learn tai chi under the guidance of Sensei. The environment is not intimidating, and fellow students are diverse and supportive.”
“I discovered a good, kind, and patient teacher who attends to details and provides thoughtful, personalized instruction.”
” I discovered that I am calmer and less inclined to be bothered by little things and that I don’t have to be in a race every time I get in my car. I’m more mellow. My purpose in learning tai chi is to help maintain good health as I get older. My right wrist has been pain free every since I had an energy session with Sensei Nishida. I attribute this to the regular practice of qi gong. My balance has greatly improved. My bone density has measurably improved.”
“It took less than three weeks to show great improvements. After hip replacement surgery the limp is gone and I feel stronger and more confident. I no longer get “night pains” and so sleep much deeper and longer. I’ve also found that I’m much more flexible in my lower spine/lumber area. If recovering from an accident or surgery, check with you doctor and then sign up. Your recovery time will be quicker and less painful!”
Karate
“I needed to concentrate my energy and turn it into something very positive. I also needed a fun activity/sport that could occupy free time gone bad. I discovered that karate makes you feel prouder and more confident, and lets you know that you can defend yourself. Energy healing, I learned, is a very good way to relax and turn negative energy into positive energy.I would recommend that you go to Makio Nishida for any help you need with energy. Karate and energy healing are great stress relievers!!!”
“I like karate because there are lots of nice people who are always willing to help me.”
“I discovered a good, kind, and patient teacher who attends to details and provides thoughtful, personalized instruction.”
”I needed to relax, work on my strength, flexibility and spirit. It has been very beneficial for everything I wanted and more! I discovered that you have to have patience, correct forms and to breathe. I would recommend the dojo to anyone who wants self confidence to strive for the best and to most importantly have fun.”
“I needed to become a black belt; learn to be responsible; be fit and less lazy. Although I have learned it’s not about fighting, at first that’s the main reason I joined. I discovered honesty; trust; effort; loyalty; and responsibility. Take something to the heart not just believe.”
“I needed to find a way to exhibit the physical qualities of my heart through exercise. I needed a way to discover courage, self-determination, and preparedness, which were eluding me. I discovered the profound effect mindfulness, perseverance, and zeal for something can change the way one lives. Practicing karate makes one fully aware of the world around you, not cautious, but mindful of all the functions we take for granted, executing a punch, demonstrating a front kick, or being mindful of each breath one takes, and realizing the preciousness of one’s own life. I would recommend karate to everyone I meet. No matter how old and how heavy, how impatient. I can see everyone on his planet wearing a white karate uniform. As Sensei Nishida plainly says, “karate is for everybody”.”
“I discovered that I really like karate and how Sensei always says he is a different age. He is a great teacher!”
“I needed to find a karate teacher for my young son. He had looked around and was apprehensive in some of the other dojos. When we came to Genjikai, Sensei Nishida simply told Carter to come and whatever he could not do today he would do tomorrow. My son has learned he could do it! I also enjoy going to watch his progress and how Sensei is so good with his students. I feel that Sensei has taught Carter something he can do for his lifetime and he has taught him to enjoy karate!”
Qi Gong Healing
“I needed to calm my anxiety in dealing with some family problems and one time after I was mugged. I discovered that the energy healing worked. Makio told me that I probably wouldn’t feel better immediately, but would the next day. And I did! I wish I had time in my schedule to do weekly energy work sessions.I would recommend energy work for anxiety or for times when you feel ungrounded or unbalanced.”
“I needed to treat my soul for fatigue, my body for wear and tear, and my mind for too much thinking. I felt my energy was erratic, waxing, and I felt out of balance.I discovered the direct experience of Qi Gong in the treatment session with Master Nishida. I felt a realignment in my being. I felt cleansed, like a great wave of cleansing spirit washed over me. I discovered a moment when my mind was still and I felt at peace. I would recommend Qi Gong energy work with Master Nishida to anyone who feels their life is out of balance and needs to align the mind, heart and body.”