| Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere: An Illustrated Introduction Original Edition Contributor(s): Westbrook, Adele (Author), Ratti, Oscar (Author) |
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ISBN: 0804832846 ISBN-13: 9780804832847 Publisher: Tuttle Publishing OUR PRICE: $22.46 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2001 Annotation: Aikido neutralizes aggression and renders attackers harmless. By controlling body position and harmonizing their vital physical and mental powers, anyone -- regardless of size, strength or weight -- can fend off attacks using this sophisticated martial art. This classic text reveals the secrets which enable the stunning control practiced in Aikido. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Martial Arts & Self-defense - Sports & Recreation | Training - Sports & Recreation | Boxing |
| Dewey: 796.815 |
| Series: Tuttle Martial Arts |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 6" W x 9" (1.55 lbs) 384 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere: An Illustrated Introduction provides a complete foundation in the practice of one of the most distinctive and useful Japanese martial arts. Aikido was created in Japan in the 1920's by Morihei Ueshiba, also known as Osensei. To possess the skills, techniques and attitude of the faithful practitioner of aikido, one must achieve a very high level of integration of the powers of mind and body, the harmonious combination of physical means and ethical motives. By controlling body position and learning how to harmonize important physical and mental abilities, anyone (regardless of size, strength or weight) can fend off attacks using this sophisticated martial art. Written and illustrated by husband/wife team, Oscar Ratti and Adele Westbrook, Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere, with over 1,200 illustrations, includes many Aikido techniques in chapters such as:
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