Aikido in Three Easy Lessons in 11 minutes

the way of harmony distilled into three simple principles as applicable in every facet of life as they are in a physical confrontation.

"Aikido is not for the purpose of defeating other people. Nor is it for gaining victory in a fight, or to conquer in war. It is the purpose of attaining success in the individual mission, which Heaven has assigned to each one of us. " O sensei

please note also available:
Aikido in 3 Easy Lessons in 4 min.

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[moonsensei]

"Aikido is not for the purpose of defeating other people. Nor is it for gaining victory in a fight, or to conquer in war. It is the purpose of attaining success in the individual mission, which Heaven has assigned to each one of us." O sensei

[andrejtomazic]

This is an excellent way to practice, once you can do this without an aggressive state of mind all fear disappears. You become focused on the positive sides of life & than there is no need to fight, to destroy or compete. The difference between the martial arts & martial sports lies in this video. Aikido teaches how to win without hurting the opponent, but if needed it is deadly. The way I become to understand Aikido in my 15 years of practice, it's more of a spiritual path than a fighting style. It changed me on the deeper levels & made me more confident & less angry or nervous.

[HorridFroth]

I think this might be the single most important video on ALL of YouTube about Aikido.  Training as metaphor.  When properly I took the idea of 'blending with one's circumstances' to heart, my entire attitude to life changed.

[onetaothree]

What I love most about Aikido is that it is a physical application of the principles of Taoism.

[davidcarter]

I've studied many martial arts- and love Aikido-- but THAT is the most beautiful and accurate explanation of it I ever heard.. LOVE THIS!!!

[ricardocantoral]

I love this. Instead of being overwhelmed, take life as it is. :)

[holymango]

I can listen to this guy forever i can understand every word he says and doesnt miss a single thing and you can tell that he's on harmony just by his voice

[guyfawkes]

This was enlightening and beautiful truth. Thank you, Sensei.

[eccentriccool]

I've been playing kyokushin karate for years and it's my best martial art. Till now I still train in the dojo 3 days a week and sometimes more. I've practiced some taekwondo, judo and kick boxing too( I like to learn a bit of everything and have some knowledge). A few months ago my friend advised me to check out aikido. U know what I actually love it. Now aikido and kyokushin karate are my favourite. I'm planning on training 3 days kyokushin karate and three days aikido every week.😍

[susanvaughan]

As a retired opera singer who practiced Aikido a bit 30 years ago, I love your references to presence, harmony and melody. I need to watch this daily for a while. Many Thanks!

[seiimagawa]

I'm Aikido ka in Egypt ...and Your Words carrying the wisdom that i was Looking for...If i Started to thank you from now until my Death it won't be enough!
arigatou Sensei!

[ssstjds]

Presence. Harmony. Creativity. Thank you!

[pedrosavelli]

Beautiful. Aikido is Just beautiful as was put into words by this master. thanks. The world needs more of that.

[goodflow]

I never had a sensei that talked this much. But perfect without sound to rehearse techniques when you need it.

[realcmdrkeen]

This is the best video on the philosophy of Aikido I've found so far. Thanks for posting it.

[andygaggin]

I've taken Aikido, Shotokan, Muay Thai and BJJ over the years and found that I love the beauty of Aikido above all others.  This video very well reflects this aspect of Aikido.  Just be careful of your wrists.  :)

[michaeltruthson]

I thank you for your contribution and philosophical views and experience in the discussion of how aikido works and it's intentional and non intentional ebb and flow.

[verylisten]

In harmony with the universe - When we live in harmony with the universe, we let go of controlling our lives and trust the unfolding of it - GREAT HARMONY!!

[jennifergarganira]

Thank You for your sharing the aikido.... Mabuhay ka!!!!

[Nico_]

Is the best channel of aikido so far...the others are just tecniques without philosophy. Saludos from Argentina