Spirit & Techniques of Morihei Ueshiba DVD 2 by Morito Suganuma

The "Ueshiba Founder's Mind and Technique" series, specifically the third installment featuring Aikido Shohei Juku master Suganuma Morito, offers an in-depth exploration of Aikido as left behind by Morihei Ueshiba, the founder. Here’s a detailed look into the main contents of the second volume:

Main Contents:

1. Rowing and Furirei

   • Likely refers to fundamental movement exercises or preparatory exercises in Aikido.

2. Ichikyo Exercise (Solo Movement, Using a Wooden Sword)

   • Solo practice focusing on basic movements with a wooden sword (bokken), essential for developing Aikido techniques.

3. Tenkanho (Standing, Kneeling)

   • Techniques involving turning movements both while standing and kneeling, integral to Aikido's circular and adaptive principles.

4. Entering Blind Spots

   • Strategies and techniques for entering an opponent’s vulnerable areas or blind spots effectively.

5. Using Strikes

   • Incorporation of striking techniques (atemi) within Aikido movements to enhance effectiveness and control.

6. Techniques Demonstrated:

   • Short-handed breathing throws (multiple types)
   • Katedori Shiho throw (front and back)
   • Katedori Kaiten throw (inside and outside)
   • Shoredori Ichikyo

7. Atemi Techniques Demonstrated:

   • Short-handed Men-uchi Ichikyo
   • Katedori Koshi-nage
   • Shomen-uchi Sankyo

8. Uke Movements:

   • Shomen-uchi Ichikyo
   • Katedori Shiho-nage
   • Katedori Nikyo

9. Palm Turns:

   • Tenchi throw
   • Gyakuhanmi Katedori Kotegaeshi (four types)
   • Ushiro Ryozu-dori Breathing Throw

10. Weapon Techniques:

    • Techniques involving dagger-taking, wooden sword-taking, and staff techniques.

11. Special Interview:

    • Insights and reflections from Suganuma Morito, possibly including anecdotes or teachings from Morihei Ueshiba himself.
    • Topics such as personal experiences, training philosophies, and the legacy of Morihei Ueshiba in Aikido.

Suganuma Morito:

• Born in Fukushima Prefecture in 1942.
• Initially pursued athletics, particularly pole vaulting, before dedicating himself to Aikido.
• Trained extensively at the Aikikai Headquarters Dojo and later established the Aikido Shohei Juku in Hakata, Kyushu.
• Known for his efforts in popularizing Aikido in Kyushu and beyond, with numerous branches and thousands of students globally.