Aikido Ground Fighting: Grappling and Submission Techniques

by Walther G. von Krenner, Damon Apodaca, Ken Jeremiah

This aikido training guide presents effective ground fighting techniques, remaining true to founder Morihei Ueshiba's teachings and providing useful instruction for martial arts students
 
While aikido is renowned for its submission and compliance techniques as well as grappling from a standing position, it is not known for its effectiveness when it comes to ground fighting.  Aikido Ground Fighting  is a unique look at the roots of aikido techniques (in particular, the kneeling practices of  suwari-waza)  and how they might be applied to defense on the ground.
 
Written by a direct student of Morihei Ueshiba in collaboration with other aikido teachers, this book remains steadfastly true to the founder's teachings while presenting innovative and effective techniques. Containing never-before-published pictures of Ueshiba and step-by-step photographs clearly demonstrating techniques,  Aikido Ground Fighting  is designed for aikido students looking to become more well-rounded martial artists as well as practitioners of all martial arts seeking effective self-defense techniques.

Genres: Martial Arts

216 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2013

Reviews

[Jason · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having had the opportunity to meet and train with Von Krenner Sensei, all I can say is that he is a delightful person and a sincere martial artist. That said, Aikido Ground Fighting is a well-paced, thought provoking dialogue focusing on the practical application of Aikido techniques in martial situations. The book progresses nicely with a discussion of several core techniques, transitioning to suwari-waza and finally moving into the practical/tactical convergence of the two. The conclusion was thought provoking, with a focus on the authors' philosophy on Aikido training, as well as his interpretation of what O'Sensei's goals were in developing and promulgating the art. Perhaps not the best place to start for newer aikidoka, but thought-provoking material for the more experienced. Highly recommended reading.