Mark Stokmans

Aikido, keri-waza deals with a subject which is not commonplace in most aikido dojo's: defensive techniques against kicks. This book aims at providing a basis of training in keri-waza. Not only an explanation of techniques but also explaining how training can be structured to enable educational, safe and fun practice. Keri-waza will not only broaden the view of any aikidoka upon this great art, but can provide a starting point for the exploration of the exciting world of kicks. Training in these forms teaches aikidoka a new form of flexibility, endurance, limberness, balance, martial sense and movement. Product Description This is the black and white print version of Aikido, Keri-waza for US-based constumers. The preview is in colour but the book is printed in black & white. Contents 1 Introduction Aikido Keri-waza Basic defensive techniques against kicks Why write a book? 2 A brief history of Aikido Karate Jiu-jitsu Muay Thai Conclusion 3 What is aikido? Or rether, what is 'my' aikido? Keri-waza in 'our' aikido 4 Keri-waza: A theoretical discussion What we are missing and why Why are there no keri-waza in aikido? Why should there be keri in aikido? 5 Finding our way The didactic and technical system of Ikeda Sensei The metaphor of the forest The compass: A systematic approach to principles of movement. The map: A systematic approach to the techniques Kobo no Genri/The map The guide: A teacher helping you along at times In conclusion 6 Keri-waza: A technical introduction Attack comes before defence: How do I learn to kick? Keri undo What do we do with a leg? Basic taisabaki Ukemi to keri-waza Categorizing keri-waza Technical choices, choices in techniques 7 Mae-geri Mae-geri/Te-waza-Tenchi-nage; Genkei-kokyu-nage; Ikkyo; Kote-gaeshi; Irimi-nage; Shiho-nage Mae-geri/Ashi-waza-Tenchi-nage; Genkei-kokyu-nage; Ikkyo; Kote-gaeshi; Irimi-nage; Shiho-nage Mae-geri/Ashi-dori-Tenchi-nage; Genkei-kokyu-nage; Ikkyo; Kote-gaeshi; Irimi-nage; Shiho-nage 8 Mawashi-geri Mawashi-geri/Te-waza-Tenchi-nage; Genkei-kokyu-nage; Ikkyo; Kote-gaeshi; Irimi-nage; Shiho-nage Mawashi-geri/ashi-waza-Tenchi-nage; Genkei-kokyu-nage; Ikkyo; Kote-gaeshi; Irimi-nage; Shiho-nage Mawashi-geri/Ashi-dori-Tenchi-nage; Uchi-kaiten sankyo; Genkei-kokyu-nage; Aiki-otoshi; Ikkyo; Sumi-otoshi; Kote-gaeshi; Hijii-kime-osae; Irimii-nage; Kaiten-nage; Shiho-nage; Ude-kime-nage 9 In conclusion 10 Appendices Appendix 1 Uke and tori Appendix 2 Initiative in keri-waza Bibliography… (más)