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Learn beginner Japanese aikido techniques and moves in this free martial arts video series.
There are 25 videos in this series:
Learn about the origins of Japanese aikido in this free beginner martial arts video.
Learn about the fighting philosophy of Japanese aikido in this free martial arts training video for beginners.
Learn about basic Japanese aikido forms in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to properly bow and why in Japanese aikido in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Mae Ukemi Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Ushiro Ukemi Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Shikko Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Hai and Gaiku Hanmi Japanese aikido stances in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Irimi Japanese aikido move in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Tenkan Japanese aikido move in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Taino Tenkan Japanese aikido move in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Kate Dori Kokyu Ho Omote Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Kate Dori Kokyu Ho Ura Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Shomen Uchi-dai Ikkyo Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn variations of how to do the Shomen Uchi-dai Ikkyo Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Katate Dori-Shiho Nage Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Shomen Uchi Irimi Nage Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Ryote Dori-Tanchi Nage Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Tsuki-Kote Gaeshi Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Katadori-dai Ikkyo Omote Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Katadori-dai Ikkyo Ura Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Morote Dori-Kokyu Ho Omote Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Morote Dori-Kokyu Ho Ura Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Kosa Dori-dai Ikkyo Omote Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Learn how to do the Kosa Dori-dai Ikkyo Ura Japanese aikido technique in this free martial arts training and instruction video for beginners.
Aikido, the modern Japanese martial art, was developed between the 1920s and 1960s and emphasizes the spiritual and philosophical development of its students. This development of spirituality and philosophical belief is directly derived from Shinto and Buddhism. The name “aikido” comes directly from three Japanese characters that stand for “matching,” “spirit,” and “way.” Aikido is meant to distract or immobilize, not kill or permanently damage the attacker. Aikido fighters are thus demonstrating an effective but merciful response. Ueshiba (the Great Teacher of Aikido) declared “To control aggression without inflicting injury is the Art of Peace.”
In these free martial arts video clips, see an expert demonstrate beginner Japanese aikido moves, throws, locks, drops and other techniques. Practice with our expert as he shows you beginner aikido forms and stances, as well as introducing aikido fitness exercises and fighting philosophy. It’s everything you need to know to get started on the path to becoming an aikido master. It may be a long road, but remember that every journey begins with one step.
Ralph Reyes Ralph Reyes is an Aikido instructor at Chi Martial Arts in Miami Shores, FL. He holds a 3rd degree black belt in Aikido and is part of the Misasagi Kai Federation. He has been practicing and studying martial arts for over 17 years. He also studies Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and holds a 2nd degree black belt in Goju Ryu Karate. dkdk
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