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Book The Secrets of Police Aikido

Download or read book The Secrets of Police Aikido written by Bill Sosa and published by Citadel Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Due to its nonaggressive nature, aikido is rapidly becoming the martial arts form most preferred by law enforcement officers. Now, all readers can learn valuable skills needed to thwart an attack and subdue an aggressor in The Secrets of Police Aikido. In aikido, it is preferable to move out of the way of a punch, and it makes more sense to quickly take a person down, rather than stand toe-to-toe and punch it out. Readers of this book will develop a better sense of awareness and learn to control a situation by moving to positions of advantage and readiness. Chapters discuss the history of aikido, warm-up exercises, rules to keep in mind when approaching an opponent, maintaining self-control, and techniques for handling virtually any situation a reader may face. Anyone interested in the martial arts will find The Secrets of Police Aikido both valuable and necessary.

Book Ultimate Aikido

Download or read book Ultimate Aikido written by Yoshimitsu Yamada and published by Citadel Press. This book was released on 1994 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Due to its nonaggressive nature, aikido is rapidly becoming the martial arts form most preferred by law enforcement officers. Now, all readers can learn valuable skills needed to thwart an attack and subdue an aggressor in The Secrets of Police Aikido. In aikido, it is preferable to move out of the way of a punch, and it makes more sense to quickly take a person down, rather than stand toe-to-toe and punch it out. Readers of this book will develop a better sense of awareness and learn to control a situation by moving to positions of advantage and readiness. Chapters discuss the history of aikido, warm-up exercises, rules to keep in mind when approaching an opponent, maintaining self-control, and techniques for handling virtually any situation a reader may face. Anyone interested in the martial arts will find The Secrets of Police Aikido both valuable and necessary.

Book The Secrets of Aikido

Download or read book The Secrets of Aikido written by John Stevens and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 1995 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aikido, the "Way of Peace", is a martial art aimed at harmonizing the body and spirit with natural forces and universal laws. Stevens explores the hidden secrets and deeper dimensions of Aikido, especially its spiritual aspects as taught by its Founder, Morihei Ueshiba. Includes over 200 carefully selected photos, calligraphies, and other illustrations, including vintage photographs of the Founder himself.

Book The Secret Teachings of Aikido

Download or read book The Secret Teachings of Aikido written by Morihei Ueshiba and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Hidden Roots of Aikido

Download or read book The Hidden Roots of Aikido written by Shiro Omiya and published by Kodansha International. This book was released on 1999-02 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work introduces the techniques of a little-known ancient art. Like otherartial arts, Aiki Jujutsu Daitoryu relies not on a practitioner's physicalize or strength, but on turning the force used by an opponent against him.iki Jujitsu Daitoryu originated in the 12th century.

Book Aikido

    Book Details:
  • Author : Gozo Shioda
  • Publisher : National Geographic Books
  • Release : 2013-02-08
  • ISBN : 1568364113
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Aikido written by Gozo Shioda and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2013-02-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this first full autobiographical work, the legendary aikido grandmaster Gozo Shioda tells of his exciting life. Born in Tokyo in 1915, Shioda excelled as a student of Morihei Ueshiba, the founder of aikido. He went on to win first place in the All Japan Martial Arts Exhibition in 1954; and later, founded the Yoshinkan school of aikido, considered a "hard" style for its rigorous training techniques and emphasis on correct form. In 1988, Shioda was awarded the title of Aikido Master by the International Martial Arts Federation. Over the course of his distinguisehd career, he also served as the chief instructor for the Tokyo Metropolitan Police, the Air Self-defense Force, the Japanese National Railways, and a number of leading Japanese universities. In Aikido: My Spiritual Journey, Shioda relates moving, personal anecdotes about Ueshiba and imparts what he learned from his mentor. He offers a concise overview of the key elements of aikido, including breath power, focused power, and the power of the center line. About 20 rare photos of the author, chronicling his life in aikido, are also included. Yasuhisa Shioda, the author’s son and himself a prominent figure in the aikido world, has contributed the Afterword to this volume.

Book The Aikido Dojo

Download or read book The Aikido Dojo written by Steven Weber and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shihan Steven A. Weber--Director of the Nihon Goshin Aikido Federation, also known as the Aikido Academy of America, and former Senior Instructor of the Nihon Goshin Aikido Association--has, based on his Black-Belt Instructor ranking in many other martial arts and his fifty years of unique insight into NGA and coupled with his Police Patrol and Law Enforcement Academy Instructor experience, initiated a new emphasis to his Art. He calls it NGA REDEFINED. Respectful acknowledgement of tradition Exciting evolution of practical technique Direct response to aggression Effective street level combat First response and reaction strategy Immediate defensive or offensive options Nonwishful thinking mind-set Elimination of doubt and hesitation Doing what you are trained to do

Book An Open Secret

    Book Details:
  • Author : Tony Blomert
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2015-04-01
  • ISBN : 9781495128486
  • Pages : pages

Download or read book An Open Secret written by Tony Blomert and published by . This book was released on 2015-04-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Leadership Aikido

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  • Author : John O'Neil
  • Publisher : Three Rivers Press (CA)
  • Release : 1999-01-15
  • ISBN : 9780609802212
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Leadership Aikido written by John O'Neil and published by Three Rivers Press (CA). This book was released on 1999-01-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rapidly changing nature of today's business world requires that people possess strong leadership expertise that will enable them to handle potential problems with efficiency, intelligence, and diplomacy. As managers and employers rethink out-moded business paradigms in order to keep offices running smoothly, production levels high, and morale up, Leadership Aikido presents innovative skills that answer their urgent needs. Author and management consultant John O'Neil shows us how the concepts of aikido can be used as a lifelong business practice. Aikido--the martial arts tradition that stresses victory without harm--employs six master practices that enable us to assess and develop our leadership potential. These practices of aikido are: cultivating self-knowledge; practicing the paradoxical art of planning; speaking the language of mastery; letting values drive our decisions; turning failure into success; and heeding the law of unintended consequences. Using these elements of aikido, we are then able to identify and overcome five inner enemies that impede our progress--failure to grow emotionally; failure to make creative decisions; failure to empathize; failure to manage ego; and failure to overcome alienation and boredom. In his straightforward and thoughtful manner, John O'Neil ensures us that by adopting these practices into our lives, we will benefit both professionally and personally. By embracing the philosophy of aikido and bringing beliefs, perceptions, and actions into harmony, Leadership Aikido will enable us to embark on a path of continual learning, inner personal change, and enlightened leadership that will revolutionize the way we set and achieve our goals.

Book An Open Secret

    Book Details:
  • Author : Tony Blomert
  • Publisher : CreateSpace
  • Release : 2015-07-02
  • ISBN : 9781503093522
  • Pages : 178 pages

Download or read book An Open Secret written by Tony Blomert and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-07-02 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The martial arts are shrouded in the mystique of Asian lore and nuances. Information is well-known by experienced practitioners, but is often kept as an "open secret" among themselves. Aikido is a self-defense martial art (budo) methodology established in Japan by Morihei Usehiba (O'Sensei: 1883-1969), who blended his techniques and weapons experience with deeply held philosophical beliefs into what is often referred to as "the art of peace." Aikido has a rich history originating to feudal period Japan, which continues today with an international fellowship of people who strive to make the world a better place by following the aiki way, and embracing the legacy of the dojo culture as a training hall and sanctuary for enlightenment. The world is in greater need than ever before to embrace the philosophy and approach of Aikido's founder O'Sensei. The Aikido culture helps shape today's youth, transitions adolescents to become contributing members of society, and helps adults continue spiritual and physical self-improvement. It distinguishes itself by shunning the competitive violence spawned by the pseudo-sports popularized in televised cage fighting, street-style brawling, and computer videogames (although Aikido is highly recognized as a headline program at the World Combat Games). "An Open Secret" solves the mystery of Aikido training by revealing factual truths, historical reasoning, and detailed explanations required of all Aikido students. It also takes an in-depth look at the common and unique practices all Aikidoka (practitioners of Aikido); the background of Aikido's rich history as budo (self-defense martial art); a current assessment of the art's international status; and an overview of various sub-styles in the 21st century. A true budo, Aikido is an extremely effective form of self-defense that equalizes size, strength, age and gender. Therefore, "An Open Secret" provides a proven learning methodology for Aikido that can be used by people of all ages, children and seniors alike, and can become a permanent lifestyle for its practitioners with improved physical and spiritual health. Aikido must be felt and experienced in order to understand the power behind this martial art form. Physical training awakens the Aiki spirit within the student who develops physical skills as a way to understand the "mystery" behind the techniques. Its students can embrace spiritual enlightenment by drawing on this knowledge time and time again. "An Open Secret" is a practical training guide that contains many resources, photos, illustrations, general information and techniques Tony knows would have been helpful when he started training years ago, but wasn't readily available to students of Aikido at that time. The reader is taken under Tony's wing, much like a season co-worker would help a newbie learn the ropes at work. He provides unbiased information on common etiquette, student responsibilities, dojo design, proper training apparel, the relationship between student and teacher and between students, training tools and weapons, rank examination, the Aiki spirit, and fundamental training concepts essential to learning Aikido and ultimately the Aiki way. Other topics include step-by-step pointers on selection and care of the uniform (the Aikido gi and hakama), equipment (Aikido weapons - jo and bokken), and the training facility (Aikido dojo). Grading and promotion examination details are covered for both beginning and advanced students, as well as student's progressive responsibilities as they advance in rank and experience.

Book Police Kung Fu

Download or read book Police Kung Fu written by Man Kam Lo and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2011-12-20 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the effective, practical style of Kung Fu practiced by the Taiwanese police with this illustrated martial arts guide. Police Kung Fu: The Personal Combat Handbook of the Taiwan National Police is a comprehensive approach for the realistic use of traditional kung fu by law enforcement and corrections officers--and ordinary citizens--to maximize personal safety while minimizing the necessary use of force. Lavishly illustrated with photographs of Taiwanese police officers systematically demonstrating tactics that have been used with great effect for several decades in Taiwan, Police Kung Fu teaches responses to unarmed attackers and to attacks with guns, knives, and assorted clubs and other weapons, as well as police baton techniques for individual and crowd control. With a thorough grounding in traditional Wing Chun kung fu, renowned for its direct power and speed, the police training demonstrated in this volume is readily adaptable to a wide variety of controlled-force situations. Police Kung Fu is a great resource for every law enforcement professional and those interested in the martial arts and self defense.

Book Aikido Talks

    Book Details:
  • Author : Susan Perry
  • Publisher : Arete Press
  • Release : 2001
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 228 pages

Download or read book Aikido Talks written by Susan Perry and published by Arete Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Elements of Aikido

Download or read book The Elements of Aikido written by Greg O'Connor and published by Element Books, Limited. This book was released on 1998 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text reveals the underlying elements of Aikido such as posture, breathing, centering and state of mind, which are required before Aikido can be truly performed.

Book The Aikido Sensei

    Book Details:
  • Author : Daniel Linden
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
  • Release : 2013-03-19
  • ISBN : 9781482074765
  • Pages : 272 pages

Download or read book The Aikido Sensei written by Daniel Linden and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2013-03-19 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this fourth novel in The Aikido Mystery Series Parker uncovers a web of intrigue, illicit sex and murder. We meet Parker's old Aikido Sensei, a man of charm, humor and gusto. But a man who has also quit teaching Aikido. In a bid to rediscover himself and spend the rest of his life living in grace and simplicity he has moved to a small town in Maine. But hey, he's old, not dead, and he's found a special woman he is very interested in getting to know, well. Before Parker gets the chance to meet her, mystery and murder changes his life forever and it is up to Parker to solve the crime.

Book Okinawan Karate  Kobudo   Te  Teachers  Styles and Secret Techniques  Expanded Third Edition

Download or read book Okinawan Karate Kobudo Te Teachers Styles and Secret Techniques Expanded Third Edition written by Mark D Bishop and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-12-18 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Time moves on, cultures change with the twists of history and secret arts are lost. To understand the essence of karate, kobudo and te is to read and digest this work. To devour the mysteries of the secret principles it records is to dwell in a former time, only then will the reader know the true meanings of what the masters passed on. This book was a classic of the 20th century and, with the passing of time, is now considered to be an historic record for the modern era; both a time capsule and an integrated tool of knowledge transmission. Also featuring contributions from the latest breed of expert researchers, this Expanded Third Edition keeps the original version alive in its entirety, while bringing the Okinawan karate world up to date, as it expands into an ever-increasing international world. Be warned though, it also answers questions that have not been asked until now and topics that could not have been discussed, while expanding on newly debatable issues. This is what the masters were really saying

Book On Mastering Aikido  2nd Edition

    Book Details:
  • Author : Daniel Linden
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2011-03-18
  • ISBN : 9781456562489
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book On Mastering Aikido 2nd Edition written by Daniel Linden and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2011-03-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the New Third Edition of On Mastering Aikido. It takes the reader on a journey through the world of the martial art known as Aikido and the teachings of Daniel Linden Sensei. Written for advanced students of the art - those who are already conversant with the fundamental teachings - Linden Sensei crosses the line often between teaching and entertaining with humorous, touching stories of years of training in the world's most difficult martial way. On Mastering Aikido consists of nine dialogs, an Introduction and Afterward. The dialogs are each devoted to one of the main principles of Aikido knowledge, what Linden Sensei refers to as the Eight Pillars of Aikido Wisdom. We discover a ninth in the Afterward, but as Linden says "It is almost impossible to attain." These dialogs are pleasant to read and clearly explain each of the principles in conversation between teacher and student and sometimes teacher to teacher. Interspersed are stories and anecdotes that bridge the gaps between times, attitudes and enlightenment. On Mastering Aikido applies as well to the study of Aikido as it does to yoga, karate, judo, basketball, tennis, tango or any activity that uses the human body as a tool. The book's focus is on physical mastership and the rules which Linden Sensei lays down can be applied to any human endeavor. It was written to be read as a continuous effort, but each chapter can stand alone or it can be selected for specific interest. The overall effect is almost that of a novel as the reader is swept up in Shoshin Aikido Dojo while students are engaged in training, relaxing and work around the school. European journeys become travelogues as the dialog unfolds. The book is engaging, enjoyable, enlightening and humorous. In an age when most Martial Art books read like math textbooks, it is a rare find. In this Second Edition, Mr. Linden offers more insights and a renewed and refreshed viewpoint.

Book Center

    Book Details:
  • Author : Ron Meyer
  • Publisher : Frog Books
  • Release : 2000
  • ISBN : 9781583940129
  • Pages : 148 pages

Download or read book Center written by Ron Meyer and published by Frog Books. This book was released on 2000 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents the Center.