- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd; New edition edition (25 May 1992)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1852237155
- ISBN-13: 978-1852237158
- Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 16 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 281,055 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Aikido may be described as one of the most subtle and sophisticated of the martial arts. Its techniques are complex while its accomplished performance is graceful and elegant. This book will be of interest to beginners who wish to set out on the path towards discovery, and more advanced learners who wish to perfect their techniques. Illustrated throughout with step-by-step photo sequences, "Aikido "contains full descriptions of the aikido techniques, instruction on the use of the major weapons, a useful glossary of terminology, and includes the 31 Count Jo Kata.
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All the present-day martial arts originated from early forms of hand-to-hand combat and stick-fighting techniques. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent reference for aikido students,
By A Customer
This review is from: Aikido: Traditional Art and Modern Sport (Paperback)
Brian Bagot is obviously very accomplished at his art. He understands the principles behind Aikido, but also remembers that everyone has to start somewhere. It is very difficult to describe a throw or a joint-lock when you have someone to demonstrate upon. I find it impossible to do in the written word. I congratulate Mr. Bagot on showing me how its done.This book is primarily aimed at beginners but I find it a useful reference for my teaching
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good introduction and to basics and Aiki weapons,
By A Customer
This review is from: Aikido: Traditional Art and Modern Sport (Paperback)
Useful introduction to the basics of Aikido. I'm glad to see a third of the book devoted to Aiki Ken and Jo. I have had the privelege of training with some of the dan grades in this book and know they have trained in Iwama directly under Morihiro Saito Sensei.It's a pity the previous reviewer doesn't appreciate the value of solid kihon (basic) training in learning Aiki principles. If you want that read the spiritual teachings of Morihei Ueshiba or one of Koichi Tohei's excellent books. But you can't jump in at the deep end if you want to practice Aikido.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good Sound Basics,
This review is from: Aikido: Traditional Art and Modern Sport (Paperback)
As with all martial arts books textbooks, you're not going to learn the art without being a member of a club. However, 'Aikido: Traditional Art and Modern Sport' is a good tool for those who are fairly new to the martial art of Aikido and provides the knowledge that perhaps might not have sunk-in at the Dojo.
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