Aikido Basics: Everything you need to get started in Aikido - from basic footwork and throws to training

by Phong Thong Dang, Lynn Seiser

Get your aikido training off to a great start--from basic footwork and throws to training and demonstrations. This martial arts guide is a perfect introduction to aikido for beginners.

Are you planning to learn Aikido, but don't know where to begin? Are you looking for a teacher? Are you taking a class but confused by the unfamiliar terms used to describe the techniques?

This aikido book offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know to feel confident and be successful.

You'll learn

Genres: Martial Arts

192 pages, Paperback

First published November 15, 2003

Reviews

[Adam Balshan · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 stars [Military Science]
(W: 2.5, U: 3.5, T: 2.33)
Exact rating: 2.78

[N Dorville · Rating 4 out of 5]

Am reviewing this as a shodan.

Explanation of techniques are detailed but would be confusing for a complete beginner, if you are a 6th kyu I would read most of the advice, train and review the techniques as you go along up the ranks in order to supplement your training and help visualise
All the other advice is great though, and as a senior I see a lot of philosophical advice that I can use to help my juniors.

[Diane · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was my first Aikido book I bought as soon as I signed up for my first class. Although learning by doing is the only way to learn Aikido, this did help paint a picture as to what to expect. Also, doing it then going back and reading about help with refreshing my memory as well as making connections when practicing taisobaki (sp?) at home.