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Volume #2 Aikido is a more advanced DvD for students of Aikido as you will be taught the proper way to perform throwing techniques like Kote- Gaeshi, Irimi nage and many more. Taught by Reiner Brauhardt an 8th dan and one of Germany's most knowledgable instructors in the art founded by the Master Moreihei Ueshiba.

Volume #3 Aikido from A to Z is performed by Granmaster Reiner Brauhadt one of Europes top Aikido enthusiasts. This DVD shows the important ground hold techniques like Ikkyo, nikkyo, sankyo, yonkyo and gokyo. Master Burkhardt has over 40 years of experience in the art and his easy to follow precise instructions make this a must have DVD for all Aikido practioners.

Voulme #1 is a terrific DvD for Beginners in Aikido presented by Reiner Brauhardt and 8th dan and one of Germany's highest ranking aikidoist's. You will learn basic techniques, break falls, warm up drills, stances and distancing skills. This is an amazing tape for all beginners and is easy to follow.

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Aikido was developed by the legendary Morihei Usehiba, the culmination of many years of dedicated training in the classical fighting arts. In its relatively short history, Aikido has become one of the most revered martial arts in the world, drawing a wide range of devotees of all ages. Much of its appeal is that it is unique in preserving the martial traditions of Japan in the context of contemporary society. In Aikido: the Complete Basic Techniques renowned Budo master Gozo Shioda, who devoted himself to the study of Aikido under Ueshiba and founded the Yoshinkan Aikido, details all of Aikido's most important basic techniques, providing the reader with a rich and engaging insight into this modern and universally respected martial art. This book primarily deals with the basic throws that form the early stages of Aikido practice. Each technique is presented in concise, comprehensive, and lucid explanations accompanied by detailed photographs that will serve as an essential study aid for the beginning student and also act as a valuable source of reference material for the more advanced practitioner. Shioda demonstrates how the Basic Exercises that comprise the core of Aikido teaching will assist the practitioner in focusing his or her strength, and how that strength can be harnessed for wider applications. Also central to the Aikido philosophy is the importance of synchronizing the spirit and achieving harmony with one's opponent, and Shioda explains how this can be done through a selfless devotion to the techniques. In so doing, one can foster a spirit of self-improvement, and unter an unrestrained state of mind in which one's powers of concentration will be at their strongest. This book includes a wealth of rare photographs of the author demonstrating the techniques, as well as a new section on Practical Application. As discussed in a foreword by the author's son, Yasuhisa Shioda, this book should serve as a testament to the universality of Aikido, a martial art which, partly due to its emphasis of defense over attack, can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age.

A comprehensive, fully illustrated textbook covering: disturbing balance, connection and harmony, timing and leading, making use of gravity, basic pins and other concepts that can lead to effective Aikido.

In Aikido Basics, the beginning student will find invaluable advice and information for the study of this popular form of martial arts. Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee, Dang Phong, shares his secrets to building a successful training program, testing for belt promotion, and understanding and developing Ki, the energy used in aikido. The author incorporates a discussion of aikido?s origin, its history and philosophical underpinnings, and an explanation of the different branches of aikido.