Aikido: Tradition and New Tomiki Free Fighting Method [Paperback]

Nobuyoshi Higashi (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1989

Based on the laws of physics and anatomy, this Japanese martial art is designed to accomplish the maximum result with the minimum effort. It is based on a philosophy of nonviolence and nonaggression. Aikido is an art directed toward the coordination of your body rhythm and movements with those of your opponent to develop an efficient use of mind and body.

This book covers the definition of aikido, its history, values and basic knowledge and advanced techniques.

Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: Unique Publications (January 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 8656814494
• ISBN-13: 978-0865681446
• ASIN: 0865681449
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,529,820 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference on Tomiki-style (sport) Aikido, May 20, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Aikido: Tradition and New Tomiki Free Fighting Method (Paperback)

I did Tomiki Aikido in Sydney Australia for 14 years and this is the best book I have seen on "our" style, which is also known as "Aikido Kyogi" or Sport Aikido. Kenji Tomiki modified the Aikido of Morehei Uyeshiba, "O-sensei", so it could be played as a sport in Waseda University in Japan. Skilled students test their mettle by fighting with rubber daggers (tanto). It is extremely hard to defend against an opponent who not only resists fiercely but who knows every trick you have learned! Traditional Aikido practicioners are wary about competition because there is a danger it will give young students an inflated ego, but with good instruction this is rarely an issue. What I liked about this book was its clear, easy to understand grading system. I learned under one Tomiki grading system (based mainly on the blue book by Dr Lee Ah Loi) and later had to change to another. I longed for a system such as this when I instructing. I ran a small club in North Ryde, Sydney, for a number of years, but I am no longer active. The "Dynamic Sphere" is the best book I have ever seen on Aikido. This is the best book I have seen on Tomiki Aikido. -- David Harvey, Sydney, Australia.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT!!!!!!!!, January 15, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Aikido: Tradition and New Tomiki Free Fighting Method (Paperback)

I have studied many styles of aikido,but this is the best book I have seen on tomiki aikido. I have learned lots of techniques to add to my training. I enjoyed reading about the history of tomiki aikido. The book was easy to follow and I loved doing the tandoku-renshu.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for all Aikidoka, May 16, 2001

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This review is from: Aikido: Tradition and New Tomiki Free Fighting Method (Paperback)

I used this book when I was training in Tomiki Aikido. It was a great help in learning the basics and I enjoyed reading about the history of Tomiki Aikido. In my opinion the descriptions and photos are good enough to learn from providing you are taking instruction in Tomiki or any other type of Aikido.

The reason I think it's great for all Aikidoka is because all Aikidoka should be familiar with the so-called different styles within Aikido. The meaning of the word Aikido is 'The Way of Harmony' and if this is to be true then all Aikidoka need to respect each other and their so-called styles.

This really is a good book and well worth reading. It's a great study aid in conjuction with the blue book by Lee a Loi, The Dynamic Sphere and of course professional instruction in the art of Aikido.

'Dream in light years, challenge miles, walk step by step'. Living Aikido.