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Summary: Aikido is usually practiced with a partner who either acts as the attacker or defender as joint locks and throws are practiced on one another. Begin to master the self-defense art of aikido with tips from a third-degree black belt martial arts instructor in this free video.
"Sensei" Jeff Albright has been practicing martial arts for more than 20 years. He holds a 3rd degree black belt in Aikido, black belts in Karate and Iaido (a.k.a. Samurai sword), and...read more
"Generally speaking, Aikido is most often practiced with a partner where one person functions as the attacker and the other person practices defensive Aikido techniques. About half of the techniques involve joint locks which enable the attacker to be moved to a pinning position where they can be held without injury. Other techniques involve throwing the partner. An Aikido student spends much time learning how to fall safely. Proper falling is a fundamental component to the practice of Aikido."
eHow Article: Aikido Partner Training Tips