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Discovering Aikido: Principles for Practical Learning (Paperback)

by Rupert M. J. Atkinson (Author) "Following only one impairs the vision; seeing too many too soon will confuse the mind ..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd (25 April 2005)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1861267401
  • ISBN-13: 978-1861267405
  • Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 16.4 x 1.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 738,137 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Discovering Aikido analyses the principles that enable the student to learn Aikido efficiently. Many spend their lives searching for the elusive aiki, or fluid power, of Aikido. Although no book can provide a perfect insight, this volume presents the serious practitioner with a better sense of direction and an improved understanding of what is often considered to be one of the most complex martial arts.

About the Author
Rupert M J Atkinson has studied Aikido and related Japanese arts for over twenty years. A graduate in Japanese and Korean Studies, he lives in South Korea where he teaches Aikido under the umbrella of the Korean Aikido Federation, which is affiliated to the Akikai Hombu in Tokyo.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Interesting Read - I liked it., 17 May 2005
I came to Aikido from Jujutsu about four years ago and lately have gotten into a rut. I just got the book and read it cover to cover straight out. From the reading, it is clear the author has spent a lot of time on the mat. This book was interesting to read and has given me some useful ideas to work on. It has made me more aware of what I need to do. He advises to search and find your own path and gives advice that enables it. In fact, it has motivated me a little - maybe it'll help me get out of my rut. I do wish he could have written more on some topics. Anyway, I recommend it.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Searching for the correct path, 5 May 2005
By Roger Grant (Sheffield, England) - See all my reviews
This is an excellent general advice book about the art of Aikido. It should appeal to both beginners and senior students alike. The author includes the his own personal theories on how to approach training as well as practical exercises to do. It also includes many explanatory photographs, and it's written in clear simple language with some hidden gems of humour.
As a Aikido instructor myself I found this book a useful accompaniment to other more technical books.If you want to know more about Aikido, buy this book. If you then feel inspired, take up Aikido.
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