Aikido is a highly developed martial art form based on standardized principles which the book explains by numerous examples of movements. The basics of the foot and hand movements are also covered. The details of the basic techniques of Aikido are not merely described; the reader also learns their implementation. A close look is taken on the roles of the defender and the attacker.

The book content is based on the mainstream of the worldwide Aikido Organization (Aikikai).

The book concludes with a section containing additional information about Aikido and its training.