Advanced Aikido

by Phong Thong Dang, Lynn Seiser

Overview

Master Japanese Aikido with this illustrated martial arts guide.

Aikido, while uniquely beautiful among the martial arts, is also deceptively powerful, effective, and efficient. Dedicated practitioners know that advanced training means not only striving to master techniques, but also developing a deeper understanding of the history, philosophy and concepts at the core of this martial art.

In Advanced Aikido, Phong Thong Dang and Lynn Seiser present an in-depth look at the complete art of Aikido, from the underlying theories that drive the techniques and strategies to advice on mastering the throws and locks fundamental to the art. Chapters in this Aikido book include:

• An in-depth look at the origins and philosophies of Aikido
• Discussion on utilizing ki to improve effectiveness
• Examination of fundamental theories and concepts essential to understanding Aikido
• Advanced techniques including throws and locks, counters and reversals, and combinations
• Effective strategies and skills for self-defense

With over 400 illustrations and detailed instructions from one of the leading teachers in the field, even the most experienced practitioners can benefit from the lessons in this book.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781462907892
Publisher:	Tuttle Publishing
Publication date:	10/20/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	224
File size:	10 MB

About the Author

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 featured in Karate Illustrated, Aikido Journal, Aikido Today, Martial Arts and Combat Sports, and Black Belt. He has practiced 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 Phong Thong Dang.

Editorial Reviews

"The book speaks to a segment of the training population that many other works do not, and is a lot of bang for the buck. I recommend it as a fixture in any library. Borrow it if you have to, but buy it if you can."—Aikido Journal

"Illustrated with hundreds of black and white sketches rendered from photographs, this volume is important more than impressive. It summarizes in tips and frequent wrap-up statements what is essential to remember about aikido's philosophy, spiritual roots, inner development, techniques, and even self-defense scenarios, demonstrations, competitions, and seminars. The technical section (Pt. Three) is the strongest and most valuable."—Journal of Asian Martial Arts

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