Aikido Books Review
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Here we aim to give You our opinion on the best Aikido Books available to help in Your search for Self-Mastery.
We will include recommendations that we think should be on your essential reading list.
Master Morihei Ueshiba O'Sensei, the founder of Aikido, was always reading books and studying religious texts in his search for wisdom and enlightenment.
Aikido is an original martial art which is not competitive or violent. The techniques do not require physical strength or aggressive spirit and can be practised by people of all ages, young, old, male, female.
By the use of circular movement an attackers energy is returned to them. A variety of methods are used to cause pain and submission, without any injury.
The many benefits of training include... self defence, discipline, breath control, relaxation, flexibility, stamina, speed, power, health and harmony.
In time, an inner balance that can be carried into your daily life. Aikido is a key to living naturally and unselfishly in a complicated world.
Aikido Books Review
Essential Reading
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Teachings of the Founder of Aikido
By Morihei Ueshiba
This book outlines the teachings and techniques of the founding Master of aikido written in 1938 but unpublished in English for many years. It contains 132 pages with 440 black and white photos, and an introductory chapter chronicling Ueshiba's life and times by his son, Kisshomaru Ueshiba.
Morihei Ueshiba's own words and photos. It should be the first book all practitioners of the martial arts should have in their collection. An invaluable guide to the spiritual depths of the arts.
The founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba preferred teaching his students directly and left few writings regarding his martial arts philosophy.
A Biography of Morihei Ueshiba, Founder of Aikido
By John Stevens.
It traces the life of Master Morihei Ueshiba, and discribes in some detail his amazing achievements in the martial arts, and discusses his personal philosophy of life and spirituality.
There are many pictures of interest and it is written in a clear, uncluttered style. An excellent resource for a deeper understanding of a great master, who founded the martial art of Aikido. Great for students of all levels.
The Co-ordination of Mind and Body for Self Defence
By Koichi Tohei
Written with the authorisation of Master Morihei Ueshiba himself, this book is the definitive guide behind the art and describes the 50 basic techniques. This is a great book for the beginner, and great reference material.
A book by Master Koichi Tohei (the first to receive 10th Dan by the founder of Aikido) explains some of the key notes in aikido and also demonstrates some of the martial techniques.
By Kisshomaru Ueshiba
Kisshomaru Ueshiba, the son of the founder of modern aikido and an authority, illustrates the basic aikido movements and explains the central philosophy of unity of mind and body with the universe.
Essential reading with a well written overview of Aikido. Including insightful chapters about Aikido philosophy and ideas, that encourage deep thinking.
By Gozo Shioda and Yasuhisa Shioda
Demonstrates how the Basic Exercises that comprise the core teaching in Aikido will develop physical focus and teach the student how to harness that focus for wider practical applications and self defence.
Practitioners will find this book an invaluable study resource, and discover that through Aikido practice they will gain a desire to improve themselves. It includes almost all of the most important basic throws, is valuable both as a study aid to practice and as a collection of reference material.
By Kanshu Sunadomari
This is a collection of short essays written by Kanshu Sunadomari between 1992 and 1999. Sunadomari Sensei was a direct live-in student of the Founder of Aikido before the beginning of World War II and has practised and taught aikido for over sixty years.
The essays compiled in this book contain quotes from the Founder, as well as personal interpretations of the Founders teachings by the author... one of my personal favourites!
By John Stevens
Aikido harmonizes the body and spirit with natural forces and universal laws. This aikido book explores the hidden secrets and spiritual aspects of the art.
It also covers the Tantric dimension of Kototama, the Aikido science of sound, the six spiritual pillars of Aikido, practices for purification, and breathing techniques for a calm spirit.
By Morihei Ueshiba
The essential wisdom and sayings in this book are drawn from Ueshiba's writings, poems and calligraphy. Including some of the deeper meanings of his words, that help to open your mind.
He was a man totally in control of his life and destiny and this book is full of quotes and short poems that he based his life upon. This is a book for anybody and everybody.
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