Shoji Nishio: “Aikido’s Innovative Genius!”

4 downloadable videos and 1 ebook for an in-depth introduction to Shoji Nishio Sensei’s aikido!

Aikido Journal is offering the “Nishio Aikido Study Course” by Shoji Nishio, 8th dan, that covers the essentials of Nishio Sensei’s elaborate system. A total of 4 downloadable videos are included in the package and cover the following subjects: Gyakuhanmi Katatedori, Aihanmi Katatedori, Shomenuchi (1), Shomenuchi (2), Yokomenuchi, Ryotedori and Sodedori, Katadori Menuchi, and Aikido Toho Iai. Altogether, the course includes six hours of expert video instruction by Nishio Sensei. The offer also features the authoritataive 208-page ebook “Shoji Nishio: Aikido – Yurusu Budo (The Forgiving Martial Art)” as a PDF download.

Nishio Sensei’s technical legacy is totally unique. He mastered the basics of several of the modern weapons systems from which he drew many elements in addition to his prior experience in judo and karate. What emerged as Nishio Aikido is an amalgamation of elements drawn from judo, karate, iaido, and jojutsu built on the aikido technical framework and philosophy. To supplement his martially-oriented taijutsu or empty-handed techniques, Nishio also developed an elaborate series of sword, staff, and iaido variations.

Readers will be able to access their downloadable products within minutes of purchase. No more paying for shipping, no more customs charges, or lost packages, no more waiting! This special offer is available for the special price of $39.95 through Saturday, May 18.

Video: Seishiro Endo, 8th dan, at 50th All-Japan Aikido Demonstration (2012)

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“You will see Seishiro Endo’s soft approach to aikido where he eschews
displays of physical strength in order to deftly blend with attacks.”

This video features 8th dan Seishiro Endo of the Aikikai Hombu Dojo. Endo Sensei was one of the last generation of junior instructors cycling through the Aikikai while Aikido Founder Morihei Ueshiba was still alive. He is now one of the senior instructors within the Aikikai system.

Here is this demonstration you will see his soft approach to aikido where he eschews displays of physical strength in order to deftly blend with attacks. Endo Sensei has developed a high-degree of sensitivity and this clip offers a good opportunity to study his advanced approach to the art based on nearly 50 years of experience.

Other resources concerning Seishiro Endo at Aikido Journal:

Interview with Seishiro Endo (1) by Stanley Pranin

Interview with Seishiro Endo (2) by Stanley Pranin

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