Disclaimer
July 18th, 2008 12:49
These texts are meant as an aid to Eigoku Bansen Kai Aikido students. They represent my present understanding and are not presented as some kind of Aikido Truth.
Any comments or questions are welcome. PM
Introduction to Aikido 9: Terms
July 18th, 2008 12:58
The following is a list of the fundamental terminology in Aikido.
Introduction to Aikido 7: Ukemi
July 18th, 2008 12:57
Ukemi, the art of receiving techniques, is not simply a matter of learning to fall over without breaking anything.
Introduction to Aikido 6: Harmony
July 18th, 2008 12:56
Harmony is such a central concept to Aikido that it makes up part of the word itself.
Introduction to Aikido 5: Ki
July 18th, 2008 12:56
For thousands of years Ki has been a fundamental reality to Budo and to whole civilisations. Even today the very idea of Ki is a powerful metaphor that can transform practice.
Introduction to Aikido 4: Practice
July 18th, 2008 12:55
If Aikido has a secret perhaps it is this: practice. If you don’t practice in the right way you are wasting not only your own time but also the time of those you practice with, not to mention your sensei’s.
Introduction to Aikido 3: Customs
July 18th, 2008 12:54
A short guide to some of the polite formalities on the mat.
Introduction to Aikido 2: Beginning
July 18th, 2008 12:52
Some advice on beginning to practice Aikido.
An Introduction to Aikido 1: Overview
July 18th, 2008 12:51
An overview of Aikido and the original articles on this site, An Introduction to Aikido.