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Author: Kim Pyung Soo
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Published: 1973
Total Pages: 148
ISBN-13: 9780897500081
DOWNLOAD EBOOKNearly 200 illustrations delineate the first three forms required for brown belt as practiced by the Korean Taekwondo Association. Kim (10th dan) also provides a history, tournament match rules, and a glossary.
Author: Bruce Lee
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Published: 1987
Total Pages: 116
ISBN-13: 9780897501125
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis new edition of Bruce Lee's classic work rejuvenates the authority, insight, and charm of the master's original 1963 publication for modern audiences. It seemlessly brings together Lee's original language, descriptions and demonstrations with new material for readers, martial arts enthusiasts and collectors that want Lee in his purest form. This timeless work preserves the integrity of Lee's hand-drawn diagrams and captioned photo sequences in which he demonstrates a variety of training exercises and fighting techniques, ranging from gung fu stances and leg training to single- and multiple-opponent scenarios. Thought-provoking essays on the history of gung fu, the theory of yin and yang, and personal, first-edition testimonials by James Y. Lee, the legendary Ed Parker, and jujutsu icon Wally Jay round out this one and only book by Lee on the Chinese martial arts. -- from back cover.
Author: Stephen Hayes
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Published: 1989-09
Total Pages: 164
ISBN-13: 9780897501231
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHayes addresses the misconceptions associated with ninjutsu and teaches advanced concepts such as contemporary self-defense techniques, movement as art, and fighting from the ground. Also included is a lengthy interview with the author that provides readers with further insight into the mind of one of the world’s greatest martial artists.
Author: Black Belt Magazine
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Published: 1986
Total Pages: 164
ISBN-13: 9780897501064
DOWNLOAD EBOOKExamines the life of martial artist and actor Bruce Lee, following him from his formative years in Hong Kong to his controversial death; discusses his training methods and philosophy of martial arts; looks at his movie work; and includes reminiscences by friends and colleagues.
Author: Ron Marchini
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Published: 1974
Total Pages: 240
ISBN-13: 9780897500470
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRon Marchini, Black Belt Hall of Fame member and top tournament competitor, demonstrates this weight-training regimen with partner and kung fu expert Leo Fong. Included are weight routines, iron hand exercises, kicking and nonweightresistance exercises. These exercises supplement regular martial arts workouts for developing explosive power.
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Published: 1999-07
Total Pages: 176
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe 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.
Author: Richard Kim
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Published: 1974
Total Pages: 116
ISBN-13: 9780897500418
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHistory of Okinawan karate and its growth, told through vignettes about its most famous practitioners.
Author: George A. Kirby
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Published: 1983
Total Pages: 132
ISBN-13: 9780897500883
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSome of the basic history, theory, and philosophy of jujitsu, along with an explanation of ki and how it's used is explained in this book. It outlines the circle theory, the use of ki as an essential element, the basic mechanics of jujitsu, how techniques should be practiced and executed, what attitude should be maintained, and how theory should be applied to the learning of techniques. It's true of jujitsu that what appears to be simple on the surface becomes more complex as one probes deeper. As one's knowledge increases, the serious student will find more than meets the casual eye.
Author: Douglas Lee
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Published: 1976
Total Pages: 164
ISBN-13: 9780897500449
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDouglas Lee, a tai chi practitioner for more than 20 years, covers the history and philosophy of the art, general principles of movement, solo exercises, push-hands sparring, applications, tai chi weapons and more.
Author: Yūzan Daidōji
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Published: 1984
Total Pages: 132
ISBN-13: 9780897500968
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis 17th-century text written for the education and guidance of Japanese warriors delineates the ethics, morality and daily duties of a class of people dedicated to honor and courage. William Scott Wilson holds a master's degree in Japanese language and literature.
