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Complete Aikido: Aikido Kyohan: The Definitive Guide to the Way of Harmony (Tuttle Martial Arts)

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Aikido is excellent exercise, a well developed self-defense system which does not rely on physical strength or size, and because of its fundamental philosophy of non-violence, it nourishes spiritual growth. Complete Aikido is the authoritative text on this enlightening martial art and self-defense system. With 400 photographs, Roy Yukio Suenaka Sensei describes clearly the execution of aikido techniques, and illuminates the history and philosophy of this martial art. Both a fascinating martial biography and a comprehensive instructional manual, Complete Aikido is a must for all practitioners seeking the way of harmony.

Synopsis:

Learn the history, philosophy, and correct techniques of Aikido from Roy Yukio Suenaka Sensai in this authoritative text.

Synopsis:

Aikido is excellent exercise, a well developed self-defense system which does not rely on physical strength or size, and because of its fundamental philosophy of non-violence, it nourishes spiritual growth. Complete Aikido is the authoritative text on this enlightening martial art and self-defense system. With 400 photographs, Roy Yukio Suenaka Sensei describes clearly the execution of aikido techniques, and illuminates the history and philosophy of this martial art. Both a fascinating martial biography and a comprehensive instructional manual, Complete Aikido is a must for all practitioners seeking the way of harmony.

About the Author

Roy Suenaka has devoted his life to martial arts study, learning at the feet of some of the world's most celebrated masters. His extensive experience makes him uniquely qualified to comment on what aikido is and is not, and to dispel the many misconceptions that plague its history, philosophy, and martial technique.

Co-author Christopher Watson has been studying aikido for eight years under the tutelage of Suenaka Sensei.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780804831406
With:
Watson, Christopher
Author:
Watson, Christopher
Author:
Suenaka, Roy
Publisher:
Tuttle Publishing
Location:
Boston, Mass. :
Subject:
Philosophy
Subject:
Martial Arts & Self-Defense
Subject:
Martial arts
Subject:
Martial Arts - Aikido
Subject:
Aikido
Subject:
Hand-to-hand fighting, Oriental
Subject:
General Sports & Recreation
Subject:
Sports and Fitness-Martial Arts
Subject:
Non-Classifiable
Copyright:
Edition Number:
1st ed.
Edition Description:
Paperback
Series:
Complete Martial Arts
Publication Date:
19971115
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
990 bandw photos
Pages:
416
Dimensions:
9 x 6 in 20 oz

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Learn the history, philosophy, and correct techniques of Aikido from Roy Yukio Suenaka Sensai in this authoritative text.
"Synopsis" by , Aikido is excellent exercise, a well developed self-defense system which does not rely on physical strength or size, and because of its fundamental philosophy of non-violence, it nourishes spiritual growth. Complete Aikido is the authoritative text on this enlightening martial art and self-defense system. With 400 photographs, Roy Yukio Suenaka Sensei describes clearly the execution of aikido techniques, and illuminates the history and philosophy of this martial art. Both a fascinating martial biography and a comprehensive instructional manual, Complete Aikido is a must for all practitioners seeking the way of harmony.
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