This video you will be introduced by Master Akeshi into the mysteries of controling this weapon, starting from its correct size and use depending on who is using it, to the complicated execution and learning process of this weapon. Thjs is secially interesting for the Aikido practitioners. It will fill their needs and curiosity. This is an essential work on traditional weapons that should from part of your video collection.
U**T
Good Demo, Too fast for Instruction
This video gets three stars for the demonstration part of the video which is very good.. As an instructional video it leaves much to be desired. The majority of the techniques are done too fast to be of use as an instructional or review video., especially for beginning students learning the Jo. The exact position of the hands (palm up, palm down) is not addressed and is difficult to follow at the demonstrated speed. The footwork demonstration is useful. The instruction part of the video would at best earn 2 1/2 stars. The video might be a good demo for review for those who are learning these techniques from a qualified instructor in a class setting. Some of the techniques could be learned from the video with a lot of effort and possibly running the DVD at slow speed of the DVD player allows that.. The credentials of the demonstrator are not presented ! style ? (Aikido or other Japanese art?). As a black belt holder and instructor in a number of styles with experience with the Hanbo and Bo I still find this video disappointing. This video could be greatly improved by slowly breaking down each technique to SLOW speed and repeating each technique more than once. Closeups of hand position would be helpfull as well. These improvements would be an asset to beginners as well as experienced martial artists.
D**V
The DVD only partially viewed at time review requested.
DVD was delivered four days ahead of schedule. The instruction is fairly good. Unfortunately I was really looking for something more similar to Aikijo. But that is not a fault of the DVD. It would be better with an improved menu selection system and with a way to preview the actual video before purchase.
D**R
The material is not presented in a organized fashion. ...
The material is not presented in a organized fashion. The translated instruction is ok but very hard to follow the movements as it is often too fast.
Z**M
very good book
ive been studying aikido for almost 3 years and i very much love using the jo Master Akeshi takes you through very concise and clear moves.
R**A
Exceeded my expectations. Young trainer provides fast, flexible, unique, useful techniques
This is a fast moving training video for use of Japanese shot staff with multiple segments including defense against a sword.
B**R
still a must
basic video with repeats of movements no voice over explaination which to me is always what the sensei adds. jo media is rare so this is a keeper no matter the quality. still recommend. excellent shipping very quick thank you
R**I
Three Stars
Could be better if movements were explained a little more.
