Do you know how to distinguish a good dojo from a bad one? Are you an experienced martial artist looking to open your mind to a different perspective? Enter into Aikido is a comprehensive guide to the complete martial arts experience. This text starts from the initial process of finding the right school and goes through the journey that a martial artist experiences including some of the philosophical concepts that every student should know. Read first hand stories from aikido students and their perspective on training. Whether the reader is a potential student or a seasoned practitioner, Enter into Aikido has something for everyone to benefit from and apply to their own training. David B. Nemeroff's work is an invaluable source of knowledge for any serious budo student who is about to embark in this lifelong journey. I consider this book well-written, informative, practical, complete, understandable and right to the point. He explores essential elements incorporated into bukiwasa and taijutsu pactice and their appication to promote personal development, peace, harmony and health. To achieve balance in budo, integration of theory and practice is vitally important. After having read this book, I genuinely believe it is a great contribution to society and should not be ignored. The knowledge and practices herein will complement and enrich any martial arts practice. I have no hesitation in recommending Sensei Nemeroff"s wonderful book. My congratulations!-Sensei Jose Andrade, M.D., USA Regional Director, Kyoshi (6h Dan) Aikido, Kokusai Budoin. Founder and director of Aikido Tenshinkai of Florida, Inc. Orlando Florida. "Searching for the right martial arts school (Dojo) can be very challenging. David Nemeroff shares some valuable information to assist the prospective student to find the dojo that best meets their individual needs. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to help the novice student start on his way."-Paul Godshaw, Shihan, Japan Karatedo Federation, USA Branch Director-Kokusai Budoin.

Contents Foreword Introduction Section I Starting your journey Brief history of aikido Starting your search Lineage and legitimacy in the martial arts Taditioal martial arts in a modern world What to expect as a beginner Children in aikido The role of the aikido student Dojo etiquette Ukemi: The art of falling Weapons and the martial arts The evolution of a student Section II Training the mind The myth and mystery of ki What is a sensei? Awareness Acceptance Avoiding ego Taking responsibility Outside the dojo Conclusion Glossary of terms List of foreign words Endnotes Bibliography About the author