Features
- Cover Type: Paperback with 160 pages
- Published by: Kodansha International October 15, 1977
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0870113011
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0870113017
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Book Dimensions:
8.2 x 5.7 x 0.5 inches
- Weighs: 5.6 ounces
Product Description
Aikido-a martial art deriving its effectiveness, like judo and karate, from the flow of ki
-- techniques that, when thoroughly mastered, enable the gentle to overcome the strong
-- exercise and sport for men and women of all ages, based on natural movements and harmony of mind and body
Ancient theory, modern practice: Dynamic Aikido brings together the whole spectrum of theoretical and applied aikido. Through it, one can become perfectly attuned to one's opponent, can sense his intentions and turn his movements to one's own advantage. Comprehensive and fully illustrated, Dynamic Aikido presents the basic postures and stances, fundamental techniques and applications: how to cope with a frontal attack, how to avoid an attack from the rear, how to sense and thwart the pickpocket. An essential companion for every beginner, a vital reference for students of all levels.
Language Notes
Text: English, Japanese (translation)
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Reader Reviews
This review is from: Dynamic aikido;
This book is iconic in nature, and was Shioda Kancho's first stab into mass-market media. First appearing in the late 60's, it is certainly the first glimpse Westerners got at the Yoshinkan style, and possibly the first book many saw about Aikido, period, since it went into a more affordable paperback version relatively early, with many reprints to follow. That said, the material is pretty basic and dated, but has not hindered its popularity.
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