Introduction to the Original Isshinryu Karate System
Introduction to the Original Isshinryu Karate System

Author: Harry Smith

Publisher: Booksurge Publishing

Published: 2005-04

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 9781419604874

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A must have book for anyone interested in martial arts and Isshinryu karate in general. For the first time in history a first generation student of Tatsuo Shimabukuro (1908-1975), founder of Isshinryu Karate-do, is sharing his remembrances, knowledge and insights in book form. Shihan Harry G. Smith (9th dan Isshinryu karate) studied with the founder of Isshinryu karate in Okinawa from 1956-1958. He was one of the first American students to receive his karate lessons directly from the founder of the system. Today he is the most senior Isshinryu karate practitioner in the world. This book contains: the origin of karate, history of Isshinryu karate, training insights, introduction to the Eightfold Path and very rare photographs of Tatsuo Shimabukuro and first generation students.

Essential Isshinryu
Essential Isshinryu

Author: Mike Fenton

Publisher: CreateSpace

Published: 2015-09-26

Total Pages: 394

ISBN-13: 9781517304249

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"I come to you with only karate, I have no weapons ... then here are my weapons, my empty hands." The Karate Creed by Ed Parker is an essential piece of knowledge required by all practitioners of Isshinryu Karate. This book is another. Essential Isshinryu delves into all facets of Isshinryu Karate, from a thorough examination of the history of the art to an in-depth exploration of the weapon kata, this book answers many questions that you may have about the One Heart Way. Why does Isshinryu use a vertical fist? What is the purpose of learning Naihanchi Kata? How did the Martial Arts develop on Okinawa into Isshinryu? Who are some of the important figures in the Isshinryu community? How should I hold my sai while blocking? What do I need to know to earn a Black Belt? All of these questions and many more will be answered inside. Take a look for yourself and you will see that Essential Isshinryu is your guide to all things Isshinryu.

Isshinryu Textbook
Isshinryu Textbook

Author: Jeffrey Modell

Publisher:

Published: 2020-11-20

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780578800400

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The Revised Second Edition Isshinryu Textbook is the premier treatise on Isshinryu Karate. It employs a unique, principles-based approach and offers insight for martial artists ranging from beginner to Master.

Order of Isshin-Ryu
Order of Isshin-Ryu

Author: Dan Popp

Publisher:

Published: 2018-06-11

Total Pages: 326

ISBN-13: 9781624870712

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In 1956 Tatsuo Shimabuku formalized his martial arts training, knowledge and experiences into one of the world's foremost karate styles: Isshin-Ryu. This is the story and history of Grandmaster Toby Cooling's legacy: The Order of Isshin-Ryu.

Black Belt
Black Belt

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1975-05

Total Pages: 82

ISBN-13:

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The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.

Karate Breaking Techniques
Karate Breaking Techniques

Author: Jack Hibbard

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2030-12-31

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 9780804818766

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Learn how to perform dazzling and daring breaking stunts safely and correctly with this well-illustrated, clearly-written text.

Black Belt
Black Belt

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1975-04

Total Pages: 82

ISBN-13:

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The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.

Black Belt
Black Belt

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Publisher:

Published: 1975-03

Total Pages: 80

ISBN-13:

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The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.