One of the advantages of this dying method is that Indigo has a natural antibacterial action which prevents the fabric decay and thus prolongs the Hakama life. Bushu Indigo Dye has been used in garments since the 7th century. The dye is a highly affective deodorizer, insect repellant, and insulating substance. In addition, when added to fibers, such as cotton, Bushu Indigo Dye can increase the material's durability by approximately

50%

One of the advantages of this dying method is that Indigo has a natural antibacterial action which prevents the fabric decay and thus prolongs the Hakama life. Bushu Indigo Dye has been used in garments since the 7th century. The dye is a highly affective deodorizer, insect repellant, and insulating substance. In addition, when added to fibers, such as cotton, Bushu Indigo Dye can increase the material's durability by approximately

50%

One of the advantages of this dying method is that Indigo has a natural antibacterial action which prevents the fabric decay and thus prolongs the Hakama life. Bushu Indigo Dye has been used in garments since the 7th century. The dye is a highly affective deodorizer, insect repellant, and insulating substance. In addition, when added to fibers, such as cotton, Bushu Indigo Dye can increase the material's durability by approximately

50%

Kyoshi Kevin Blok has been a professional martial artist for over for 40 years and currently instructs and coordinates Aikido and defense and control classes for 25 schools. He was promoted to 8th Degree Black Belt in Aikido and awarded the teaching title of Kyoshi by the World Kobudo Federation in 2005 and holds instructor rankings in Karate, Iaido and Kung Fu. He is also the author of several books and numerous videos on Aikido, Weaponry, Non-Physical Crisis Intervention and police/security defense and control tactics.

Volume 1: Kyoshi Kevin Blok introduces the basic principles that make up the art of Aikido. Beginning with an overview of the art and warm-up exercises, Kyoshi readies you for learning the true Aikido way. He also instructs you on basic breakfalls, basic movements, and basic controls and pins from grabs. 86 min #BLOKD-V01

Volume 2: Continuing with the beginner level of instruction, Kyoshi Blok introduces basic Aikido throws from grabs. These throws include all direction, hitting elbow, front step-in, side step-in, and reverse hand. Kyoshi Blok will also show you examples of variations for many of these basic throws. 50 min #BLOKD-V02

Volume 3: Expanding on the basics of Practical Aikido Basics I and II, Kyoshi Blok builds onto the curriculum by providing more advanced pins from strikes. These pins include over eight variations of control pins, followed by several elbow locks. 70 min #BLOKD-V03

Volume 4: Continuing with the intermediate Aikido techniques, Kyoshi Blok introduces new breakfalls and throws from strikes. He will again include all direction, hitting elbow, front step-in, side step-in, and reverse hand throws, but will include more advanced variations not shown in the basic level videos. 60 min #BLOKD-V04

Volume 5: Beginning with advanced body movement continuation drills, Kyoshi Blok prepares you for a deeper look into the Aikido art. New advanced breakfalls are introduced along with behind control and throwing techniques. Drop down throwing, heaven and earth throws, and breath throws are also included to truly expand your knowledge of Aikido. 78 min #BLOKD-V05