Best Aikido - 2: The Aikido Master Course

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Aikido techniques are rooted in the harmony of body movement and "breath power" (kokyu-ryoku). Founded by Morihei Ueshiba, Aikido has evolved into a globally recognized martial art, emphasizing harmony as a spiritual path. Following its postwar growth, it is now practiced by over 1.5 million people of diverse backgrounds. The direct successors of the Founder have created official course books to guide practitioners in their training. Moriteru Ueshiba, the Founder’s grandson, coauthored the acclaimed *Best The Fundamentals*, a comprehensive resource for Aikido students at all levels. In this essential second volume, authorized by the Aikikai Foundation, Moriteru expands on the legacy of his predecessors by presenting an extensive array of techniques and their applications. Building on principles from *The Fundamentals*, this volume addresses various armed and unarmed attacks and multiple attackers, illustrating numerous pin techniques in both omote and ura forms. The Aikido Master Course enhances understanding of entering (irimi) and turning (tenkan) combined with "breath power," offering step-by-step instructions that enrich dojo knowledge. With over 1,100 photographs of the author demonstrating each technique, this guide is invaluable for students seeking to deepen their understanding of Aikido, which, as the Founder noted, has "unlimited application."