The Shambhala Guide to Aikido
Aikido is the "Art of Peace," a discipline that emphasizes harmony and the peaceful resolution of conflict. Far more than a self-defense technique, Aikido is a physical and spiritual discipline that aims at unifying the body and spirit with the natural forces of the universe, fostering compassion, wisdom, and fearlessness. This book introduces the basic principles and practices of this popular martial art and includes: - The biography...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1570621705
ISBN13:9781570621703
Release Date:July 1996
Publisher:Shambhala
Length:144 Pages
Weight:0.50 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 6.3" x 8.9"
Customer Reviews
1 rating
A Nice Overview
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
This is an interesting book for anyone just getting started in aikido. I found it to be a good primer to share with other foreign students when I was studying aikido in Japan when our instructors' (who spoke mostly Japanese) teachings became difficult to understand and then explain to others. It's not a book to learn techniques and such, but it's good to give the new student a proper focus in the dojo.
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