Author: Masutatsu Oyama
Publisher: Japan Publications (USA)
ISBN: 9780870400018
Category : Karate
Languages : en
Pages : 256

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Author: Vince Morris
Publisher: Ebury Press
ISBN: 9780091949969
Category : Karate
Languages : en
Pages : 144

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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.

Author: Pierre Blot
Publisher: Sterling Publishing (NY)
ISBN: 9780806938738
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148

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Demonstrates techniques and positions of karate for beginners.

Author: Grandmaster Ted Gambordella
Publisher: Dr. Ted Gambordella
ISBN: 145645014X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 64

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The 100 Deadliest Karate Moves with Grandmaster Ted Gambordella

Author: John Van Weenen
Publisher: Vine House
ISBN: 9780951766019
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 196

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

Author: Elmar T. Schmeisser
Publisher: Damashi Publications
ISBN: 9780911921168
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 214

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Author: Robin Rielly
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462903045
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 194

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Get your karate training off to a great start--from basic footwork and strikes to training and demonstrations. This martial arts guide is a perfect introduction to karate for beginners. Are you planning to learn Karate, but don't know where to begin? Are you looking for a teacher? Are you taking a class but confused by the technical terms used to describe the punches? Karate Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this ancient martial art form in a clear and easy-to-understand manner! This karate book contains the following vital information: The origins of Karate--its philosophy, history, and different schools How to find a teacher and a class that are right for you Getting ready for your first class--what actually happens in a Karate class? The essential elements--stances, blocks, thrusts, strikes, punches, and kicks How to complement your Karate training with sparring drills and kata Effective ways to succeed in Karate--how to create a training program, test for belt promotion, and an overview of competitions and tournaments Resources to help you develop your knowledge and understanding of Karate Whether you're just getting started, or have already been training for a year or two, Karate Basics offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to the sport that will make you feel more confident.

Author: Tadashi Nakamura
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462917097
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 170

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Master the techniques and warrior spirit of karate with this illustrated martial arts guide. The true essence of karate-do is integrated training of the body, mind, and spirit to achieve human potential fully. Karate: Technique and Spirit describes in detail all the steps necessary to attain this goal. It is a book of Karate technique, a guideline for training, and a patient exposition of moral philosophy. Kaicho (grandmaster) Nakamura takes us from the basics--warmups, punches, blocks, and kicks--to the advanced practice of traditional weapons and kumite (sparring), all the while grounding the physical expression of this martial art in its rich history and philosophy. With over 700 photos, Karate: Technique and Spirit vividly conveys the essence of karate-do and how it can bring deeper meaning to our daily lives. Chapters include: Foundations of Karate; Basics of Karate-Do; Postures and Stances; Natural Weapons; Kata (Formal Exercises); Kumite (Fighting) and more!

Author: Juergen Hoeller
Publisher: Meyer & Meyer Verlag
ISBN: 1841263206
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 204

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K1, UFC, Kyokushinkai and Muay Thai are enjoying ever increasing popularity. People practicing Martial Arts, who want to train and fight in the Full Contact manner, will find a systematic guide to the development and long-term build up of their training. This guidebook provides a concept for Full Contact training and effective self-defence. One can imagine that Full Contact training would be a very hard and demanding martial art form, however, given adequate training, it can be undertaken completely without any danger. Karateka, who have been training in the traditional Karate form, will see in this book a possibility of combining the training suggestions given with their own learned style, thus making their training more varied and even more interesting.

Author: Gichin Funakoshi
Publisher: Kodansha International
ISBN: 9784770027962
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 140

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The legendary 20 guiding principles of karate penned by Funakoshi have been circulating for years but have never been published until now. Accompanied by rare photos and original calligraphy, this long-awaited treatise is a provocative and long overdue read for martial arts enthusiasts and followers of karate.