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Summary: Pins and throws are a large part of the aikido martial art that use the opponent's energy against them and puts them in a subdued position without injury. 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
"This arm pin being demonstrated here is Nikyo Osae. If not practice with care, it could lead to serious injury. A different version of the arm pin Nikyo Osae is demonstrate here. To neutralize an aggressor without injury, Albright Sensei here will demonstrate an unbalancing throw called Sumiotosh. Aikido is a one hundred percent defensive Martial Arts. The so-called attacks taught in Aikido are merely for purposes of learning to defend against those kinds of attacks, rather than for the purpose of injuring an opponent."
eHow Article: Aikido Energy & Power: Pins & Throws