Aikido Basics: Everything You Need to Get Started in Aikido - From Basic Footwork and Throws to Training

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Are you ready to learn aikido, but don't know where to begin? With Aikido Basics you'll become an expert in this Japanese martial art in no time! Whether you are considering taking up aikido for the first time, or you've already started, this aikido book offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know to feel confident and be successful. You'll learn about: The origins of aikido-philosophy, history, and different styles What really happens in an aikido class-invaluable tips on choosing the right school, getting ready for your first class, and basic training methods The essential elements-stances, strikes, grabs, throws, and pins How to complement your aikido training-ki exercises, multiple-person training, and freestyle exercises Effective ways to succeed in aikido-create a training program, test for belt promotion, and participate in competitions and tournaments Resources-help further develop your aikido training.

Phong Thong Dang holds a sixth degree black belt in Aikido, a sixth degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, a fifth degree black belt in Judo, and an eighth degree black belt in Vietnamese Shaolin Kung Fu. The World Martial Arts Hall of Fame inducted Phong twice: once for his expertise in Aikido and again for his lifelong dedication to the martial arts. He has been in the martial arts for over fifty years and currently teaches in southern California. Lynn Seiser is an internationally respected psychotherapist, consultant, and trainer. Seiser has over three decades of martial arts training and experience. He currently holds the rank of Sandan (third degree black belt) in Tenshinkai Aikido under Sensei Dang Thong Phong.

"Aikido Basics is organized and visually formatted to make it an easy to scan instructional book. How to pick the right class for you, how to behave, the etiquette, culture and every little nook and cranny are covered so you can walk into an Aikido club and have a solid understanding of what is expected of a school and the beginner. If you are looking to start Aikido or are a couple of belts deep (maybe earlier than blue or brown) than this book is in your zone." -- Wade McMaster, Martial Arts & Action Movies "The authors have masterfully blended learning with understanding and wisdom to form a book which is both compelling and insightful. If you are looking to learn martial arts, or are even just interested in finding out more about them, I can wholeheartedly recommend this book." --American Preppers Online