Bibliography Index

• Aiki: Journey to Self-Mastery

  Bill Sosa / Trafford Publishing (2004)

  Philosophical

  Summary: A personal guide to self-mastery that will lead one to achieve whatever it is we were put on this earth to do, using principles of courage, compassion, kindness and faith. Aiki is a principle of energy that holds a powerful potential for individuals to reach beyond to limitations and boundaries of the self to take advantage of every opportunity to create peace and harmony in their own lives and the world around them.

• Essence of Aikido, The

  Bill Sosa & B. Robbins / 1st edition, Unique Publications, Burbank, California (1987)

  Technical

  Summary: The authors have produced a short introduction to the exercises and techniques of Aikido, with photos and text. They express appreciation to Isao Takahashi, Roy Suenake, and Rod Kobayashi in the acknowledgements.

• P.A.C.T. (Police Aikido Controlling Tactics)

  Bill Sosa / 1st edition, North Atlantic Books, Berkeley, California (1993)

  Technical

  Summary: This is a basic training manual in the practical aspects of Aikido. The text covers basic exercises and controlling techniques.

• Secrets of Police Aikido, The

  Bill Sosa / Citadel Press/Kensington Publishing Co. (1997)

  Technical

  Summary: This book gives a brief overview of Aikido, and illustrates basic principles, warmups and ki exercises. Also included are some practical police restraint techniques, and testimonials from police officers. Moderately illustrated with photos and drawings.