The Principles of Aikido DVD by Mitsugi Saotome

The Principles of Aikido DVD by Mitsugi SaotomeOn this DVD, Mitsugi Saotome a direct student of Aikido's founder systematically demonstrates the full range of Aikido's throwing and pinning techniques, from ikkyo to koshinage. Saotome also discusses some of Aikido's philosophical principles, including musubi (harmonious connection), kokyu (contraction and expansion), and taninzudori (principle of multiple attack). The elegance and precision of Saotome's technique will impress even those who have

yoku (side)

Seated Technique

Backward Falls: Safe falling methods to prevent injury and maintain composure

and finally to shine the light inward-to comprehend yourself and connect profoundly with others

This DVD includes the complete film "Aikido

Volume 2 features special lectures by Chief Instructor Norio Mochizuki on the training systems of Yoseikan Budo

Sankajo Technique

he moved to Tokyo and studied under the master of Shindo Munen Ryu

Concise explanations are completing this work which describes the most important forms of movement of the Shinden Fudo Ryu

1992 - 36th Sogo Enbu Taikai

featuring high-quality demonstrations and expert instruction

Concise explanations are completing this work which describes the most important unarmed forms of movement of the Gyokko Ryu