Aikido

authoritative, profusely illustrated introduction to a martial defense system, written by the son of its founder.

The principles of Aikido state that force and technique, alone, are inadequate. The practitioner must enter into the domain of the spirit to develop himself and his thought. This book gives the basic knowledge needed to master the art of Aikido. It shows basic preparatory exercises that can be done alone or in pairs. There are chapters on techniques, a history of the system, and a memoir by the Founder.
Kisshomaru Ueshiba is permanent president of the International Aikido Federation.

Traces the history of aikido, demonstrates basic stances, throws, and defensive tactics, and recommends exercises and drills

General

ISBN		9780870406294
Fiction/Non-Fiction		Non-Fiction
Publisher		Japan Pubn Trading Co
List Price		$29.00
Author		Ueshiba, Kisshomaru
Publication Date		04/15/1985
Release Status		Out of Print
Format		Paperback
Language		English
Measurements		Height: 10 Inches (US) Width: 7.5 Inches (US) Thickness: 0.75 Inches (US) Unit Weight: 1.25 Pounds (US)