Library's review
Foreword
I was given teh oppodrtunity to write The New Aikido Comkplete by my friend Lyle Stuart, who also publidhed my first book. It has been almost ten years since Aikido Complete appeared. Since then, the art of Aikildo has proliferated throughout the United States. It is being practiced and
Although there are several books available on Aikido whose authors are experts in the field, I felt that there was still a demand for a new instructional manual that would satisfy the needs of the the growing Aikido community in the United States. My experience with this enthusiastic group over the past fifteen years has enabled me to get to know them better, both as people and as Aikidoists. This has helped me to define their specific needs. Having devoted my entire career to teaching, and spreading Aikido throughout the country, I have come into close daily contact with my students in all parts of the country. I have tried to listen to their questions, problems, and suggestions sensitively, to determine what will be helpful to their further development. This trainiing guide is the result of my efforts to respond to their input in a practical way. I also hope that this book will help to introduce Aikido to those who have never seen it or had the opportunity to practice it.
The techniques shown in this book are basic ones, derived in part from the test requirements established by the United States Aikido Federataion. It is impossible to introduce all Aikido techniques, owing to the very nature of the art itself. Aikido techniques are flexible, adapting to every kind of attack in a specific way. Therefore, the number of possiable techniques is limitless. Those desiring more technical detail or philosophical depth are invited to consult some of the texts by such masters as Doshu Kisshomaru Ueshiba, the son of the founder of aikido. I am merely presenting my small knowledge of Aikido concepts as a solid foundation upon which to build.
The reader wiill be able to get a better understanding of these basics through the photographs and illustrations, I believe this book to be unique, since all aspects of its creation were produced by people who are actively involved in the practice of Aikido.
I would like to express my personal appreciation to the various instructors I have studied under, especially Professor Kisshomaru Ueshiba, and to those poeple who have contriuted to the successful completion of this book: Nobu Arakawa, who took the photographs; Lynn Sonneman, who drew the illustratins; Steven Pimsler, who assisted with the text; Peter Bernath, who designed the layout; and my three assistant instructors at the New York Aikikai, Angel Alvarez, Bruce Bookman, and Harvey Konigsberg, who appear as my 'opponents' in the photographs.
Contents
Foreword
About Morihei Ueshiba: The Founder of Aikido
The Nature of Aikido
Principles of movement
Etiquette-Proper sitting (seiza); Proper Bowing (Rei)
Wrist Warm-ups
Stance & Distance (Hanmi & Maai)
Falling (Ukemi)-Back Roll; Front Roll
Basic Movements-Irimi; Tenkan; Back Stretch
Kokyu-ho-Sitting Kokyu-ho; Standing Kokyku-ho
Hand Positions
Basic Irimi Nage
Knee-walking (Shikko)
Attacks & Techniques
Atemi Waza
Shomenuchi
Yokomenuchi
Tsuki
Ryotetori
Morotetori
Katatori
Katatori Menuchi
Ushiro Ryokatatori
Ushiro Tekubitori
Ushiro Kubishime
Suwari Waza
Hanmi Handachi
Advanced Techniques
Techniques Against Weapons
Action Photos
Conclusion
The International Aikido Community & Dojo Listings
International Aikido Federation
United States Aikido Federation
Glossary
USAF Promotional Test Requirements
I was given teh oppodrtunity to write The New Aikido Comkplete by my friend Lyle Stuart, who also publidhed my first book. It has been almost ten years since Aikido Complete appeared. Since then, the art of Aikildo has proliferated throughout the United States. It is being practiced and
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studied by increasing numbers of people from various lifestyles and professions.Although there are several books available on Aikido whose authors are experts in the field, I felt that there was still a demand for a new instructional manual that would satisfy the needs of the the growing Aikido community in the United States. My experience with this enthusiastic group over the past fifteen years has enabled me to get to know them better, both as people and as Aikidoists. This has helped me to define their specific needs. Having devoted my entire career to teaching, and spreading Aikido throughout the country, I have come into close daily contact with my students in all parts of the country. I have tried to listen to their questions, problems, and suggestions sensitively, to determine what will be helpful to their further development. This trainiing guide is the result of my efforts to respond to their input in a practical way. I also hope that this book will help to introduce Aikido to those who have never seen it or had the opportunity to practice it.
The techniques shown in this book are basic ones, derived in part from the test requirements established by the United States Aikido Federataion. It is impossible to introduce all Aikido techniques, owing to the very nature of the art itself. Aikido techniques are flexible, adapting to every kind of attack in a specific way. Therefore, the number of possiable techniques is limitless. Those desiring more technical detail or philosophical depth are invited to consult some of the texts by such masters as Doshu Kisshomaru Ueshiba, the son of the founder of aikido. I am merely presenting my small knowledge of Aikido concepts as a solid foundation upon which to build.
The reader wiill be able to get a better understanding of these basics through the photographs and illustrations, I believe this book to be unique, since all aspects of its creation were produced by people who are actively involved in the practice of Aikido.
I would like to express my personal appreciation to the various instructors I have studied under, especially Professor Kisshomaru Ueshiba, and to those poeple who have contriuted to the successful completion of this book: Nobu Arakawa, who took the photographs; Lynn Sonneman, who drew the illustratins; Steven Pimsler, who assisted with the text; Peter Bernath, who designed the layout; and my three assistant instructors at the New York Aikikai, Angel Alvarez, Bruce Bookman, and Harvey Konigsberg, who appear as my 'opponents' in the photographs.
Contents
Foreword
About Morihei Ueshiba: The Founder of Aikido
The Nature of Aikido
Principles of movement
Etiquette-Proper sitting (seiza); Proper Bowing (Rei)
Wrist Warm-ups
Stance & Distance (Hanmi & Maai)
Falling (Ukemi)-Back Roll; Front Roll
Basic Movements-Irimi; Tenkan; Back Stretch
Kokyu-ho-Sitting Kokyu-ho; Standing Kokyku-ho
Hand Positions
Basic Irimi Nage
Knee-walking (Shikko)
Attacks & Techniques
Atemi Waza
Shomenuchi
Yokomenuchi
Tsuki
Ryotetori
Morotetori
Katatori
Katatori Menuchi
Ushiro Ryokatatori
Ushiro Tekubitori
Ushiro Kubishime
Suwari Waza
Hanmi Handachi
Advanced Techniques
Techniques Against Weapons
Action Photos
Conclusion
The International Aikido Community & Dojo Listings
International Aikido Federation
United States Aikido Federation
Glossary
USAF Promotional Test Requirements
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ISBN
080651566X / 9780806515663
Publication
A Citadel Press Book Carol Publishing Group