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by Gozo Shioda (Author), Yasuhisa Shioda (Author), David Rubens (Translator) "One of the basics of aikido is the principle of maintaining a straight center line in the body ..." (more)

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Hardcover: 208 pages
Publisher: Kodansha International Ltd (1 Feb 1997)
Language English
ISBN-10: 4770020589
ISBN-13: 978-4770020581
Product Dimensions: 26 x 18.8 x 2.6 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)

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Combat magazine ,September 1997

"Undoubtedly the most comprehensive manual of aikido techniques in English. For all serious martial artists, it will repay a close study and deserves a place on the small shelf of martial art masterpieces. Total Aikido is Shioda's masterpiece. Aikido as it was intended to be."

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The sequel to "Dynamic Aikido", this book expands on the fundamental principles in finer detail. It covers the basic postures and movements, placing special emphasis on perfecting the key techniques for achieving maxumum effect with minimum effort. It is aimed at beginners and advanced students.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An intresting insight into aikido, 28 May 2001

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As an avid martial artist I have dabbled in many styles, aikido is one such style. Although my experience does not put me into a position to comment on the technical ability shown in this text those who are in such a position rate it very highly. As an 'outsider' fron another system I can say that the book is very clear, in depth with an order to it and highly polished. Such quality makes it easy to appreciate to qualities and effectiveness of aikido. Also the techniques are explained so thoroughly that one not skilled in the art of aikido can still use them effectively.

It is quite exeptional in an area of martial arts literature, which is often riddled with mediocre texts.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Definitive Guide to Yoshinkan Aikido, 4 Jan 2002

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a good,comprehensive guide to Aikido by a world authority. Much better than Shioda's earlier book " Dynamic aikido" . Large number of photos . Very large number of techniques explained and shown. Basic principles clearly explained. Good for beginner to black belt
- V.Welch, 2nd Dan, England.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific book that crams tons of info between covers, 12 May 1998

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Next to "Aikido and the Dynanmic Sphere" by Westbrook and Ratti, this is by far the best book on Aikido that I have read yet. Clear, easy to follow pictures break the techniques down into understandable segments; also includes great section on how Japanese police officers use aikido to defend themselves against knives and clubs!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
An extremely informative book and accompanied by a huge amount of easy to understand photos, diagrams and illustrations. Read more

Published 10 months ago by M. Kearney

2.0 out of 5 stars Not the best
This book is only the very surface of aikido. If you want an in depth understanding then this book is not for you. Read more

Published 16 months ago by S. Hughes

5.0 out of 5 stars The Genuine Master Course
With excellent photos and step-by-step instructions this book really brings the art of Aikido to the masses. Read more

Published 20 months ago by Mr. C. Brand

5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely one of the best books on aikido.
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5.0 out of 5 stars no mumbo jumbo - just clear explanation of the basics
the book brings aikido down to earth, really. the constant focus on applied basics is beautifully demonstrated through diagrams and photographs, and areas which are often... Read more

Published on 16 Nov 2000 by roy-henderson@usa.net

5.0 out of 5 stars Technical masterpiece.
A fantastic introduction to Yoshinkan Aikido, I found it helped a great deal with traditional Aikikai. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars a really, really, really, good book.
Like I said, this is a really, really, really, good book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Yoshinkan manual - buy it
The best book on Yoshinkan style Aikido. The reader's attention is frequently drawn to small details in the techniques - precisely the ones that he/she may have missed in... Read more

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