Aikido: Tradition and New Tomiki Free Fighting Method

by Nobuyoshi Higashi

Book Overview

Based on the laws of physics and anatomy, this Japanese martial art is designed to accomplish the maximum result with the minimum effort. It is based on a philosophy of nonviolence and nonaggression.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0865681449
• ISBN13: 9780865681446
• Release Date: January 1989
• Publisher: Unique Publications
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.0" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

Very Impressive...

Having seen other books on the subject of Aikido, I can definitely say that this one gives credence to Aikido in general and to the Tomiki-style as well. Compared to "Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere" it ranks better than that book in explaining certain fundamental issues such as Tsugi/Ayumi-Ashi (footwork) and helpful falling exercises clearly. Also, the documentaion of effective/non-injurous Atemi-waza in addition to standard Aikido is something not covered in the Dynamic Sphere. Although, I would have to say the organization and total content of Dynamic Sphere was greater...Aikido:Tradition and Tomiki New free fighting method is an excellent book and I'd recommend it as a necessary supplement...

Great for all Aikidoka

I used this book when I was training in Tomiki Aikido. It was a great help in learning the basics and I enjoyed reading about the history of Tomiki Aikido. In my opinion the descriptions and photos are good enough to learn from providing you are taking instruction in Tomiki or any other type of Aikido.The reason I think it's great for all Aikidoka is because all Aikidoka should be familiar with the so-called different styles within Aikido. The meaning of the word Aikido is 'The Way of Harmony' and if this is to be true then all Aikidoka need to respect each other and their so-called styles. This really is a good book and well worth reading. It's a great study aid in conjuction with the blue book by Lee a Loi, The Dynamic Sphere and of course professional instruction in the art of Aikido. 'Dream in light years, challenge miles, walk step by step'. Living Aikido.

GREAT!!!!!!!!

I have studied many styles of aikido,but this is the best book I have seen on tomiki aikido. I have learned lots of techniques to add to my training. I enjoyed reading about the history of tomiki aikido. The book was easy to follow and I loved doing the tandoku-renshu.

Excellent reference on Tomiki-style (sport) Aikido

I did Tomiki Aikido in Sydney Australia for 14 years and this is the best book I have seen on "our" style, which is also known as "Aikido Kyogi" or Sport Aikido. Kenji Tomiki modified the Aikido of Morehei Uyeshiba, "O-sensei", so it could be played as a sport in Waseda University in Japan. Skilled students test their mettle by fighting with rubber daggers (tanto). It is extremely hard to defend against an opponent who not only resists fiercely but who knows every trick you have learned! Traditional Aikido practicioners are wary about competition because there is a danger it will give young students an inflated ego, but with good instruction this is rarely an issue. What I liked about this book was its clear, easy to understand grading system. I learned under one Tomiki grading system (based mainly on the blue book by Dr Lee Ah Loi) and later had to change to another. I longed for a system such as this when I instructing. I ran a small club in North Ryde, Sydney, for a number of years, but I am no longer active. The "Dynamic Sphere" is the best book I have ever seen on Aikido. This is the best book I have seen on Tomiki Aikido. -- David Harvey, Sydney, Australia.