Aikido Basics (Tuttle Basics)

Aikido Basics (Tuttle Basics)

by Lynn Seiser (Author), Dang Phong (Author)

Synopsis

In Aikido Basics, the beginning student will find invaluable advice and information for the study of this popular form of martial arts. Discover the secrets to building a successful training programme, testing for belt promotion, and understanding and developing Ki, the energy used in Aikido. The authors also discuss Aikido's origin, history and philosophical underpinnings, and provide an explanation of the different branches of Aikido.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 192
Edition: 1
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Published: 08 Sep 2003

ISBN 10: 0804834903
ISBN 13: 9780804834902

Author Bio
Phong Thong Dang holds a sixth degree black belt in Aikido, a sixth degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, a fifth degree black belt in Judo, and an eighth degree black belt in Vietnamese Shaolin Kung Fu. The World Martial Arts Hall of Fame inducted Phong twice: once for his expertise in Aikido and again for his lifelong dedication to the martial arts. He has been featured in Karate Illustrated, Aikido Journal, Aikido Today magazine, Martial Arts and Combat Sports, and Black Belt. He has been in the martial arts for over fifty years and currently teaches in southern California.

Lynn Seiser is an internationally respected psychotherapist, consultant, and trainer. Seiser has over three decades of martial arts training and experience. He currently holds the rank of Sandan (third degree black belt) in Tenshinkai Aikido under Sensei Dang Thong Phong.