Aikido Exercises for Teaching and Training: Revised Edition

Aikido Exercises for Teaching and Training: Revised Edition

With the number of Aikido dojos in the U.S. estimated at up to 1,000, this Japanese martial art has never been more popular. This revised edition of the best-selling Aikido Exercises for Teaching and Training provides an ideal companion for both teachers and students of all Aikido systems. With over 100 illustrations and 300 pages of detailed techniques and exercises, Aikido Exercises for Teaching and Training has proved itself as the definitive guide to the â€œpeaceful martial art.â€

The exercises here are based on hitori waza, the simple building blocks that underlie the most spectacular Aikido throws. These are augmented with testing techniques, class demonstrations, and underlying basics of physics, anatomy, and psychology. The book includes an explanation of the relationships between exercises and throws; an approach for safe mastery of rolling and ukemi skills; the anatomy of wristlocks; useful training equipment; exercises for individual, off-mat practice; and verbal self-defense techniques.

Unlike most Aikido manuals, this one draws from multiple systems (including Aikikai and Yoshinkan Aikido as well as Judo) and many seemingly unrelated topics to enhance understanding of the underlying principles of Aikido. Peppered with humorous anecdotes, creative analogies, and real-life lessons, this is a practical and inspiring guide for all Aikidoists.
Country USA
Brand North Atlantic Books
Manufacturer Blue Snake Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9781583942178
Color White
ReleaseDate 2009-03-24
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 8601407157575

Country	USA
Brand	North Atlantic Books
Manufacturer	Blue Snake Books
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9781583942178
Color	White
ReleaseDate	2009-03-24
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	8601407157575

Aikido Exercises for Teaching and Training: Revised Edition

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