The Advanced Karate Manual
The Advanced Karate Manual

Author: Vince Morris

Publisher: Ebury Press

Published: 2014-09-29

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 9780091949969

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"The Advanced Karate Manual" is designed as a companion volume to "Karate-Do Manual". Written for those who have already achieved proficiency in the sport, the book aims to help the reader attain the increasingly high standards of speed, strength and skill required for modern karate competition. The book also looks at advances in training methods and provides a catalogue of exercises and sequences which can be practised with or without a partner. Other sections cover the psychological aspects of training, the use of equipment, the execution of advanced techniques and the nature and role of the karate coach. Vince Morris is a winning karate competitor, referee and administrator. He established the English Karate Federation and has been the Chairman of the Martial Arts Commission. Aidan Trimble, while in the Shotokan Karate International, was three times British Champion, twice European Team Champion, first World Individual Kumite Champion and winner of several other titles.

Advanced Karate
Advanced Karate

Author: Masutatsu Oyama

Publisher: Japan Publications (USA)

Published: 1970-01-01

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 9780870400018

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Advanced Karate-do
Advanced Karate-do

Author: Dennis Wilton

Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781861262936

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A manual of advanced karate-do. It introduces numerous kata, many of which are quite rare. It also covers the mental aspects of karate-do, and how the practise of the art can affect many other areas of life. The book concludes with a Japanese-English kata dictionary.

Complete Martial Arts Training Manual
Complete Martial Arts Training Manual

Author: Ashley Martin

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2012-04-16

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 1462905552

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The Complete Martial Arts Training Manual is a complete guide for anyone who has an interest in the martial arts. Having a broad knowledge of the various techniques of the martial arts gives a martial artist an expanded ability to counteract a variety of attacks and overwhelm an opponent's defenses. Author Ashley Martin shares with the reader his years of experience as a practitioner and teacher. He provides a catalog of the various martial arts being taught worldwide and their strengths and weaknesses. He then covers the basics of hand-to-hand techniques within each of those disciplines, from strikes to ground fighting. Finally, he offers information on the overall health and well being of the martial artist, including important nutritional information and stretching techniques. The Complete Martial Arts Training Manual is a solid foundation of martial arts for beginners and a key supplement for the veteran martial artist.

Advanced Shotokan Karate Katas
Advanced Shotokan Karate Katas

Author: John Van Weenen

Publisher: Vine House

Published: 1987-03

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9780951766019

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Literally translated "Bassai" means "to storm the castle", thus implying strong spirit, forcefulness an dan underlying will to succeed.

Living the Martial Way
Living the Martial Way

Author: Forrest E. Morgan

Publisher:

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 9780942637762

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A step-by-step aooroiach to applying the Japanese warriors mind set to martial training and daily life.

空手型全書
空手型全書

Author: Hirokazu Kanazawa

Publisher: Kodansha

Published: 2009-10-26

Total Pages: 239

ISBN-13: 9784770030900

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The martial art of Karate is one of the many facets of Japanese traditional culture that has been embraced worldwide. This book explains all the important Karate kata, illustrated with photos and detailed text by the author. It also explains in depth some of the more difficult aspects of Karate for learners to master, including steps, breathing, and pressure points, among others. Kata needs to be practiced repeatedly on an individual basis, and this book is written with such training in mind.

Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks
Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks

Author: Marc De Bremaeker

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2012-04-17

Total Pages: 674

ISBN-13: 1462905587

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A well-placed kick can mean the difference between victory and defeat in a fight! This illustrated guide to martial arts kicks provides the reader with a wealth of information on 89 different types of kicks from various styles. This martial arts book features kicks from Karate, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Kung Fu, Kempo, Capoeira, Jeet Kune Do, and more. In a self-defense situation, there is no room for defeat. Readers will learn how to unleash a devastating barrage of kicks to throw their opponents off guard and leave every match in victory. The Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks has one purpose: to help readers hone their kicking proficiency so that they can readily deploy the most powerful tool in the fighter's repertoire. It contains thousands of photos and diagrams to show readers exactly how to perform all of the 89 kicks inside this book. Packed with full-color photos, detailed diagrams and a companion DVD featuring 50 of the most powerful kicks, this book is required reading for every martial artist who wants to sharpen and expand their kicking skills. You'll learn all about: Front Kicks Side Kicks Roundhouse Kicks Back Kicks Hook Kicks Crescent Kicks And many more!