Martial Arts
Hanbo: The Aiki Way
by John C. Goss THE HANBO is an extremely practical and versatile martial arts weapon. This three-foot long staff is the perfect size to be used as a self-defense weapon in today's urban environment. Any medium-sized, stick-like object, such as a cane, umbrella, or golf club, can be used as a hanbo , making it an unobtrusive as well as a practical weapon, In Hanbo: The Aiki Way , John Goss Sensei applies his extensive experience with Aiki arts to teaching a dynamic and highly effective method of using the hanbo . The principles of Aiki add a flexibility to the use of the hanbo , which makes it much more effective as a self-defense weapon. Clear and detailed step-by-step explanations show how to perform the techniques and how to apply the principles of Aiki . . . . .
