The Principles of Aikido DVD by Mitsugi Saotome Morihiro Saito The first five kumitachi are

The first five kumitachi are demonstrated and discussed in detail

kotegaeshi (wrist twist)

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Many articles from the beginner point of view as well as articles and interviews with seasoned teachers

The Principles of Aikido DVD by Mitsugi Saotome Morihiro Saito The first five kumitachi areOn this DVD, Mitsugi Saotome a direct student of Aikido's founder systematically demonstrates the full range of Aikido's throwing and pinning techniques, from ikkyo to koshinage. Saotome also discusses some of Aikido's philosophical principles, including musubi (harmonious connection), kokyu (contraction and expansion), and taninzudori (principle of multiple attack). The elegance and precision of Saotome's technique will impress even those who have