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While all members of the Wadokai were unfailingly supportive during the genesis and creation of Complete Aikido: Aikido Kyohan, certain people deserve particular mention: Richard Shainwald, for his hospitality during the initial interview sessions; Christopher Caile, for his assistance in the interview process, particularly in matters of karate; Sonny Roobin, for his rock-solid faith and blunt, on-target assessments; Fenwick Ackerman, for his insight and common-sense counsel; and Michael Hawley, a exemplary aikidoka and human being. Thanks as well to the Wadokai aikidoka who patiently posed for the photographs at their own expense, some of whom drove literally halfway across the country to be a part of this enterprise.

Randall Sherman of Cook Sherman Inc. selflessly gave of his time and considerable talents in the design and layout for Complete Aikido: Aikido Kyohan. His crisp professionalism and unflagging support were invaluable in making this work a reality, and is reflected in every page. Thanks as well to Mr. Sherman’s partner, Ken Cook, for his design contribution and support of the project. Likewise, photographers Sean and Laura Chartier put their lives on hold for one intense Atlanta weekend during which over 800 waza, taiso and ukemi photographs were taken, from which those that appear in this book were selected. Their superb work was the final element that pulled together over three years of labor.