aikido - taijutsu and weapon techniques

Aikido it is the unique martial art, developed by the famous master Morihei Ueshiba. Its name can be translated as ＂The way of life energy harmonization＂. The aim of Aikido is not a victory over an adversary, but the ability to force him to refuse aggression. This book acquaints readers with principles and base technique of this globally known and popular type of martial arts. Along with it there are considered in detail the bases of techniques Aikido with traditional weapon: sword - Ken and stick - Jo.The wide diversity of illustrative material allows a reader to understand the essence of this art of self-defense deeper.