Fit For Life: A Midland sanctuary

As many of you know from previous posts, Aikido has been seeing some changes in Midland. Sensei Riggs has recently changed locations on where he is teaching the martial art of Aikido, made famous by Action Superstar Steven Seagal, and now I can tell you where we are at.

"Fit For Life" is a fitness and training center in the "B" building of the ABC Building near ClayDesta. Just south of the Post Office on Air Park, is a tucked-away little spot that looks simply like offices at first, as they used to be only that. But now, space has been transformed into a wonderful workout center for Midlander's of all walks of life.

Yvonne, owner and operator of Fit For Life, has agreed to let Sensei Riggs teach his aikido classes there in her aerobics studio while Sensei's NEW office is being remodeled, all in preparation of an August ribbon cutting. While we are training here, Sensei Riggs has agreed to allow Yvonne's clients, all members of Fit For Life who are interested, train in aikido with the rest of us! And let me tell you, it is something to see!

Last night was our first class in this location. There were four of us "regular students", two first time students and Sensei Riggs, all flying through the air just as before. Funny thing though, this time we had an audience! As the night went on, more and more FFL alumni gathered outside the room, looking through the glass doors and windows, all laughing and enjoying us as we threw each other to the ground. Aikido really is a blast!

Already, we've had several more inquiries about our practice and anticipate having many more students. Before too long, we will have twice the size of matting we used last night (30'x10') and soon find even THAT won't be enough!

For more information on Aikido of Midland, please contact Dr. John H. Riggs III at his office:

Alternative Chiropractic Solutions
Aikido of Midland
John Riggs, Sensei 4th degree black belt
Phone (432) 770-3155 or (432) 570-8792
Class: Tues., Wed. & Thur. 7 to 9 pm;
Specializing in traditional Hombu style Aikido. Please call for our new location address and details on training.

Being a Chiropractor, he may not be able to take your call right away, but he will return your call. For even more information, you can find us on the web at:

http://members.cox.net/aikidoc1/