Aikido: Step by Step by Brady Peter - 9780754828440

Name: Aikido: Step by Step by Brady Peter - 9780754828440
Brand: Anness Publishing

Anness Publishing

Aikido: Step by StepAuthor(s): Brady Peter\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Anness Publishing, United Kingdom\nImprint: Lorenz Books\nISBN-13: 9780754828440, 978-0754828440\nSynopsis\nThis is a beautifully illustrated guide to the history, philosophy, practice and etiquette of this Japanese martial art, and the physical and spiritual benefits it can bring. It is a complete aikido course from beginner to advanced level, containing suitable exercises for men, women and children of all fitness levels. You can learn how to harmonize with and neutralize an opponent's attack, using their own force against them. It features illustrated step-by-step sequences that demonstrate postures, movements, pins, falls and throws, showing both solo and paired exercises. It includes over 500 photographs that show every stage of each movement in easy-to-follow stages, demonstrated by qualified experts. Aikido is a martial art developed by Japanese master Morihei Ueshiba in the early part of the 20th centur.