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In Aikido Basics, the beginning student will find invaluable advice and information for the study of this popular form of martial arts. Discover the secrets to building a successful training programme, testing for belt promotion, and understanding and developing Ki, the energy used in Aikido. The authors also discuss Aikido's origin, history and philosophical underpinnings, and provide an explanation of the different branches of Aikido.
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AIKIDO is a modern Japanese martial art that combines the traditional values of the warrior-through effective and efficient martial arts techniques-with the modern ethics of love and peace. Read the first page
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 starsThe best basics book Ive read.........10 Jan 2004
By David L. Manske - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
This is a clear, very well written and thorough "basics" book. What I was looking for was a book that clearly explained basic concepts I could pass on to children and beginning adults. What I found was an enjoable book that not only helps me teach but refreshes my memory on concepts I have learned from many sources over many years. One clear source for those concepts we never out grow or over practice.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 starsA very well laid out and objective book...26 Dec 2005
By Aikido Book Guy - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book does a very good job of explaining its title subject... basic Aikido. There are no politics or style-specific posturings here; only solid basic information in an easy-to-read format. Look also for two recently released titles by the same authors: "Advanced Aikido" and "Aikido Weapons Techniques".
5.0 out of 5 starsgreat gift7 Feb 2013
By Bobby & Leah Walker - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
My husband has been a student of Aikido for 21 years. He studies under Carmen Pelusi Shihan of Eight Winds Aikido Society. He loves anything Aikido.