The Aikido Student Handbook

The Aikido Student Handbook
Author: Greg O'Connor
Publisher: Frog Books
Total Pages: 113
Release: 1993-12-09
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1883319048

In the past twenty years, the Aikido population has increased tremendously in the United States, primarily because of the vast number of comprehensive American instructors. Greg O'Connor walks the reader through the history and philosophy of aikido. He then, in short chapters peppered with photos and illustrations, answers common questions about etiquette, training methods, and, in general, "what to expect" when practicing aikido.

Aikido Basics

Aikido Basics
Author: Phong Thong Dang
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2011-12-20
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1462902820

Get your aikido training off to a great start--from basic footwork and throws to training and demonstrations. This martial arts guide is a perfect introduction to aikido for beginners. Are you planning to learn Aikido, but don't know where to begin? Are you looking for a teacher? Are you taking a class but confused by the unfamiliar terms used to describe the techniques? This aikido book offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know to feel confident and be successful. You'll learn about: The origins of aikido--its philosophy, history and techniques How to find a teacher and a class that is right for you Getting ready--what happens in a typical Aikido class? The essentials--stances, strikes, grabs, throws, and pins How to complement your aikido training with ki exercises, multiple-person training, and freestyle exercises How to succeed in Aikido-- how to create an effective training program, test for belt promotion, and participate in competitions and tournaments Resources to help you further develop your Aikido skills

The Aikido Student Manual

The Aikido Student Manual
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2020-12-07
Genre:
ISBN:

Why should you try Aikido? What's the purpose of traditional martial arts today? At my age - should I be getting into martial arts? What should my kids expect from a dojo? Reuven Lirov, a veteran of martial arts of over 29 years, gives an overview of his take on what Aikido means today, how it impacts hundreds of thousands of lives around the world, and what you should look for in a dojo at any age. The goal of this book is to help the wider public gain an understanding of Aikido's basic message of traditional martial arts training as a way to bring peace on Earth. Reuven's unique history in Judo, Muay Thai, Hwa Rang Do, Escrima, JKD, and other arts, is brought to bear as a way to help anyone, regardless of age, choose a dojo that will serve them throughout their lives. Martial arts is a journey meant for our entire lives - but often in America, we lose sight of that because of endless competitions and fear of injury. Through these pages, Reuven hopes you will glean the endless benefits of a consistent traditional martial arts practice, especially those benefits that extend beyond the mat and into our work, friendships, and families. Together, let's make the world a better place, one throw at a time. Osu!

Journey to the Heart of Aikido

Journey to the Heart of Aikido
Author: Linda Holiday
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2013-09-10
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1583946608

Journey to the Heart of Aikido presents the teachings of Motomichi Anno Sensei, one of the few remaining direct students of Morihei Ueshiba, the legendary founder of Aikido. After a lifetime of practice and teaching in Japan, the United States, and Europe, Anno Sensei conveys through his teachings Aikido's essential spirit of love, harmony, gratitude, and purification with simple authenticity and eloquence. Author and translator Linda Holiday--herself a senior instructor of Aikido--brings to life the intimacy of this communication through translated discourses on the deep practice of Aikido and candid dialogues between Anno sensei and Western students. Journey to the Heart of Aikido includes Linda Holiday's vivid account of her adventure as a young woman studying Aikido in the mystical region of Kumano, Japan, in the 1970s, and a poignant telling of Anno sensei's life and his first-hand experience of training with Aikido's founder. An essential resource for the global Aikido community, Journey to the Heart of Aikido also offers spiritual teachings relevant to all contemporary seekers, touching a wide range of themes such as the meaning of martial arts, the integration of body and spirit, the truth of interconnectedness, and the practice of peace, offering all readers insight into the profound spiritual questions at the heart of life.

Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere

Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere
Author: Adele Westbrook
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 402
Release: 2012-10-16
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1462907547

Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere: An Illustrated Introduction provides a complete foundation in the practice of one of the most distinctive and effective Japanese martial arts. Aikido was created in Japan in the 1920's by Morihei Ueshiba, also known as Osensei. To possess the skills, techniques and attitude of the true practitioner of aikido, one must achieve a very high level of integration of the powers of mind and body, the harmonious combination of physical means and ethical motives. By controlling body position and learning how to harmonize vital physical and mental powers, anyone (regardless of size, strength or weight) can fend off attacks using this sophisticated martial art. Written and illustrated by husband/wife team, Oscar Ratti and Adele Westbrook, Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere, with over 1,200 illustrations, includes many Aikido techniques in chapters such as: What is Aikido? The Foundations of Aikido The Practice of Aikido The Basic Techniques of Neutralization Advanced Practice And more!

The Principles of Aikido

The Principles of Aikido
Author: Mitsugi Saotome
Publisher:
Total Pages: 244
Release: 1989
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 9780877734093

Translations of Japanese text and oral lectures.

Attacks in Aikido

Attacks in Aikido
Author: Stefan Stenudd
Publisher:
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2020-04-19
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9789178940882

For the first time: an aikido book that focuses on the attack techniques! Although aikido is a purely defensive martial art, attack techniques need to be practiced to exercise the defense against them. This book presents all the attacks practiced in aikido - grips, strikes, punches, and kicks, also attacks with sword, stick, and knife.

Total Aikido

Total Aikido
Author: Gozo Shioda
Publisher: Kodansha International
Total Pages: 222
Release: 1996
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9784770020581

The sequel to "Dynamic Aikido", this book expands on the fundamentalrinciples in finer detail. It covers the basic postures and movements,lacing special emphasis on perfecting the key techniques for achievingaxumum effect with minimum effort. It is aimed at beginners and advancedtudents.

Aikido Exercises for Teaching and Training

Aikido Exercises for Teaching and Training
Author: C. M. Shifflett
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
Total Pages: 326
Release: 1999
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781556433146

A training guide for Aikido practitioners. Author C. M. Shifflett explains the rationale behind each of the exercises, and addresses questions and concerns of Aikido students and teachers.

The Elements of Aikido

The Elements of Aikido
Author: Greg O'Connor
Publisher: Element Books, Limited
Total Pages: 152
Release: 1998
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN:

This text reveals the underlying elements of Aikido such as posture, breathing, centering and state of mind, which are required before Aikido can be truly performed.