Master Aiki with 5 Methods DVD with Makoto Kurabe

Unlock the Secrets of Aikido: Master Techniques with Confidence!

Discover Aikido through a straightforward, step-by-step training method that ensures anyone can grasp its complexities and master its techniques with ease.

Aikido isn't just about physical movements—it's about harnessing the power of the mind. This profound art, which transcends the laws of physics and mechanics, has long been regarded as a challenging secret to unlock.

In this DVD, Aikido is demystified using five fundamental principles, guiding you through an "experience → practice" journey that simplifies learning. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned practitioner, these principles offer a clear path to understanding and mastering Aikido, regardless of your background or skill level.

Contents

■Principle 1 Unconscious movement method
○Principle 1 Basic technique (One-armed four-way throw)
○Principle 1 Applied technique
・Both hands held Kote immovable
・Both hands held Iri mi nage
・Upper stage Juntsuki Aiki Tenshin nage
・Both arms held Aiki otoshi
・Kesa take Aiki daoshi

■Principle 2 Aiki contact method
○Principle 2 Basic technique (Aiki both shoulders collapse)
○Principle 2 Applied technique
・One-armed chest hit Aiki daoshi
・Middle stage Juntsuki Aiki barai
・Upper stage Juntsuki Inner folding screen daoshi
・Both fists held Aiki daoshi

■Principle 3 Goal setting method
○Principle 3 Basic technique (One-armed Aiki daoshi)
○Principle 3 Applied technique
・One-armed chest hit Aiki daoshi
・Middle stage Gyakutsuki Aiki daoshi
・Aiki Soto kake daoshi

■Principle 4 Fine balance adjustment method
○Principle 4 Basic technique (belly hold aiki doushi)
○Principle 4 Applied technique
・Upper level straight thrust aiki barai
・Middle level straight thrust aiki barai

■Principle 5 Wave power method
○Principle 5 Basic technique (both shoulder aiki doushi)
○Principle 5 Applied technique (Upper level sword strike back)

■Three aiki ages (application of principles 1, 3, 4)
・Aiki age A (application of principle 1)
・Aiki age B (application of principle 3)
・Aiki age C (application of principle 4)

While working as an engineer for major automobile and electronics manufacturers, he devoted himself to training in the traditional jujutsu and gyakutedo traditions of Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture. He then traveled to the Netherlands and began teaching gyakutedo. In recent years, he has independently discovered the principles of aikijutsu through gyakutedo, and has been teaching groundbreaking methods of improvement, either in person or through online instruction, with steady results. His books and translations include "Quick Learning Aiki", "Master Aiki with 5 Methods," & "Learn Aikijutsu". His DVDs include "Aiki Textbook" & "Master Aiki with 5 Methods".