http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog Martial Arts Ebooks Thu, 01 May 2008 06:46:16 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The Hard Style Aikido Within the world of Aikido a variety of styles exists. The major ones include Aikikai, Yoshinkan Yoseikan, Shodokan Aikido, Ki Society and Iwama. Aikikai is a style led by O-sensei's decendants and remains to be the largest Aikido organization. Meanwhile, Yoshinkan was founded by Gozo Shioda and is known ... http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog/archives/231 Weapons in Aikido Aikido is one of the traditional forms of martial arts that combine both the body and the mind. It does not only emphasize the use of physical skills but also the spirituality of practitioners and those who wish to learn the art. Aikido is a technique that incorporates moves ... http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog/archives/230 Learning Aikido by watching Aikido video Among the various martial arts that have emerged over the years, Aikido is one of those that continue to gather more practitioners. Simply because more and more people believe that martial arts should not instigate attacks but should place great emphasis on motion and the ... http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog/archives/229 Dressing Up to Train Like all martial arts or sports for that matter, Aikido has their own set of uniforms. The aikidogi or the uniform used in aikido is similar to the keikogi used in most martial arts.  Keikogi is a term used to refer to uniform for training. This is a ... http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog/archives/228 Practicing the Art of Peace Aikido is a modern martial art that is founded by spirituality and philosophy influenced by the Omoto-kyo religion associated with the Aikido founder Morihei Ueshiba. The etymology of the word Aikido stems from three Japanese characters. "Ai" literally means joining, with "ki" meaning something like spirit, ... http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog/archives/227 The dynamics of Aikido's techniques Due to the dynamic nature of Aikido, most experts say that there are no definite "styles" or "techniques" in practicing the martial art. After the development of aikido by Morihei Ueshiba, called "O Sensei," many students were inspired to train under his tutelage. After their training, the ... http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog/archives/226 Aikido Weaponry is All About Techniques Aikido is a kind of martial arts which is often considered as modern Japanese budo. This martial art's emphasis is on the spiritual and philosophical development of one's self. The word "Aikido" basically means "The Way of Harmony with the Spirit." It is the study ... http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog/archives/225 The Relaxed Martial Art Traditionally, martial art systems were created as a documented practice of training for combat mode in the ancient eras. Naturally, its modern day applications are primarily for self-defense, exercise and physical fitness. One form of martial arts however stands out from the rest in the sense that ... http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog/archives/224 Tips in choosing an aikido school Aikido is one of the oldest and most widely-used martial arts forms in the world. It is being taught for centuries as a form of self-defense and protection. It is also a way for people to learn centeredness and balance in their lives. Aikido is a ... http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog/archives/223 Founding Principles of Aikido Aikido means "The Way of Harmony with the Spirit" and is considered a non-violent form of martial art. However, don't be fooled. Aikido when used correctly is very powerful often are able to block and neutralize strong attacks and counter them with an equal force. Morihei Ueshiba, ... http://www.martialartsebooks.com/blog/archives/222