Aikido: The Art of Transformation

“A beautiful tribute and journey into the life of an Aikido master. We move with him as he grows and delight in his skills of transforming the lives of so many.” * Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart *
“Anyone interested in martial arts, the spiritual path, personal transformation, or the connection between them should read this book. It takes you on the compelling journey of Robert Nadeau Shihan, one of the few Americans who studied personally with Morihei Ueshiba, the founder of Aikido, and then brought his message to the West. This book is an affirmation and testimony of how embodied transformation is possible through a master teacher.” * Richard Strozzi-Heckler, 7th Dan Shihan in Aikido, founder of Two Rock Dojo, cofounder of Tamalpais *
“A fascinating tribute to a most unusual, passionate, and influential Western teacher of Aikido, Robert Nadeau. Whether or not you have met Nadeau Sensei, you will be transported by the vivid personal accounts of his students to the ever-challenging, courageous, and deeply transformative training he facilitates. An inspiring resource that will reverberate long into the future.” * Linda Holiday, Aikido 7th Dan and author of Journey to the Heart of Aikido *
“There is much to learn from Robert. His emphasis on experiential development by deeply understanding and applying powerful principles to life is transforming for everybody.” * Peter Ralston, author of The Art of Mastery *
“Nadeau Sensei’s teachings transformed my life, formed the foundation for my work in conflict resolution, and continue to this day to inform my mediation practice.” * Antonio Piazza, partner at Mediated Negotiations *
“An extraordinary book for anyone—those who train in Aikido and those who don’t—who wants to master their energy system to enhance their performance, well-being, and creativity while elevating their consciousness. When it comes to transformational teachers, Robert Nadeau is the real deal.” * Aimee Bernstein, M.Ed., MFCC, president of Open Mind Adventures and author of Stress Less Achieve Mo *
“This exciting book offers Nadeau Sensei’s teachings and personal life story together with the experiences of his students. His unique style of expression leads to unexpected insights and upgrades to one’s life, on and off the mat.” * Mary Heiny, Aikido 7th Dan, Nadeau student, and co-instructor of Aikido at the Aiki Summer Retreats *
“If you’re interested in the resonance of human systems or imagine it’s possible to feel subtle energies and embrace them to move into more aliveness, get this book. With its unique blending of story, testimony, philosophy, and biography, Aikido: The Art of Transformation helps every willing reader occupy themselves, their work, and their lives from a place of discovery and rapture. It’s a shining testament to the unique, brilliant master teacher Robert Nadeau. It will inspire you to settle, open, and see your life anew.” * Renée Gregorio, poet and author of The Writer Who Inhabits Your Body and Abyss & Bridge *
“It has been a long-standing desire of mine to understand Nadeau’s teachings since meeting him many years ago. Now, in one book, his many students have provided an explanation of his teachings on the spirit of Aikido and how to develop it. This book is an important contribution and a must-read for anyone interested in Aikido.” * Susan Perry, Aikido 6th Dan and author of The Hidden Power of Aikido *