Dynamic Aikido

by Gozo Shioda

Aikido – a martial art deriving its effectiveness, like judo and karate, from the flow of ki

– techniques that, when thoroughly mastered, enable the gentle to overcome the strong

– exercise and sport for men and women of all ages, based on natural movements and harmony of mind and body

Ancient theory, modern Dynamic Aikido brings together the whole spectrum of theoretical and applied aikido. Through it, one can become perfectly attuned to one's opponent, can sense his intentions and turn his movements to one's own advantage. Comprehensive and fully illustrated, Dynamic Aikido presents the basic postures and stances, fundamental techniques and how to cope with a frontal attack, how to avoid an attack from the rear, how to sense and thwart the pickpocket. An essential companion for every beginner, a vital reference for students of all levels.

Genres: Martial Arts

160 pages, Paperback

First published October 15, 1977

Reviews

[Darin]

Gozo Shioda was a student of Morihei Ueshiba and as the case with many of them, his techniques are much harder than the softer versions of aikido that are so popular now. Each technique is shown as a series of pictures with Gozo Shioda as the tore in most.

[Stan · Rating 4 out of 5]

While the book is intended for beginners, I think it is more accessible to people with at least some background in Japanese martial arts. I also like how some at the techniques have the tori initiate the attack and/or applying atemi to their uke before doing the technique, two things you don't always associate with aikido.

[Martyn Halm · Rating 4 out of 5]

I bought this slim volume after I bought Total Aikido: The Master Course and it's a great companion. Recommended.

[D M · Rating 2 out of 5]

not enough substance in regard to the mechanics of joint manipulation

[Daniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Useful book with clear pictures and useful tips on the basic techniques of Yoshinkan Aikido

[Rahil Endonila]

beautiful

[Steve Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

An outstanding look at Aikido. Superb graphics.

[John Corr · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a necessary textbook for any Yoshinkan Aikidoka, but would make a valuable reference guide for any martial artists. It describes priniciples of movement as well as specific techniques. The techniques are organized according to type of pin or throw, so it gives a very comprehensive, very structured look into the martial art as it still practiced today.

[Ben Serviss · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good breakdown of lots of the basics, and the real-life examples at the end are a nice touch too.

[Jeremy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Yoshinkan aikido is one of the most effective forms of aikido with the shortest learning curve. Still some of the knee-bend stances leave it wide open for a kick to dislocate or break the knee. Keeping this in check, though, I would recommend this book as a very basic primer...also recommended is his follow-up Total Aikido.

[Ron Oltmanns · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first aikido book I read, back in 1995. Didn't end up practicing this style of the art, but Shioda shows some of the realistic applications of aikido.