Karate Basics
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Author | : Robin Rielly |
Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
Total Pages | : 194 |
Release | : 2011-12-20 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 1462903045 |
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 | : Graeme Lund |
Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
Total Pages | : 210 |
Release | : 2015-12-29 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 1462905595 |
The Essential Karate Book is an informative, illustrated guide to the techniques, philosophy and practice of karate. With 20 chapters covering practically every aspect of karate, this in-depth reference will assist students and instructors as they plot their course through karate instruction, benefiting those at all levels. The Essential Karate Book contains 200 diagrams mapping out moves with 300 step-by-step photographs and companion videos, making it a comprehensive general karate reference for Western audiences. Readers of this karate guide will learn about: Stances, blocks, strikes and kicks Preparing your body through warm-ups, stretching, and conditioning through karate-specific exercises Kata grading and fighting (kumite) techniques and competition rules Martial arts weapons (kobudo), and MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) applications The origins and history of karate Required behavior, clothing and etiquette, as well as the fundamentals of karate and the different styles that share them The Essential Karate Book is a must-have for any martial arts enthusiast, from beginners to black belts!
Author | : Phong Thong Dang |
Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
Total Pages | : 194 |
Release | : 2011-12-20 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 1462902820 |
Get your aikido training off to a great start--from basic footwork and throws to training and demonstrations. This martial arts guide is a perfect introduction to aikido for beginners. Are you planning to learn Aikido, but don't know where to begin? Are you looking for a teacher? Are you taking a class but confused by the unfamiliar terms used to describe the techniques? This aikido book offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know to feel confident and be successful. You'll learn about: The origins of aikido--its philosophy, history and techniques How to find a teacher and a class that is right for you Getting ready--what happens in a typical Aikido class? The essentials--stances, strikes, grabs, throws, and pins How to complement your aikido training with ki exercises, multiple-person training, and freestyle exercises How to succeed in Aikido-- how to create an effective training program, test for belt promotion, and participate in competitions and tournaments Resources to help you further develop your Aikido skills
Author | : Alyssa Satin Capucilli |
Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | : 36 |
Release | : 2016-12-13 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1481479334 |
Beginning readers can learn all about what happens at karate class in this Pre-level 1 Ready-to-Read with sweet text and photographs of young martial artists-in-training! It’s the first day of karate class. What will it be like? Find out in this early reader by Biscuit creator Alyssa Satin Capucilli. Karate students wear a uniform called a gi, and learn to block and kick! Young readers will love seeing kids their age practicing karate, learning words like obi (the karate belt), and more in this adorable introduction to the sport! Includes a special section of step-by-step instructions for basic karate moves—to be done with a parent or guardian’s supervision.
Author | : Tadashi Nakamura |
Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
Total Pages | : 170 |
Release | : 2001-11-01 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 1462917097 |
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 | : Pierre Blot |
Publisher | : Sterling Publishing (NY) |
Total Pages | : 148 |
Release | : 1997-04 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 9780806938738 |
Demonstrates techniques and positions of karate for beginners.
Author | : David Cheng |
Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
Total Pages | : 196 |
Release | : 1993-03-15 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 1462902677 |
This useful and informative book offers a detailed overview of Jeet Kune Do practice while explaining the specific moves readers will need to perfect their techniques. As a foundation, the book recalls the origination of Jeet Kune Do--the philosophy, history, and different styles of the martial art. This introduction gives readers an important reference point on how the practice evolved. From there, the book explains how to choose a school and takes readers through their first class, including the etiquette and dress requirements. The essential elements of the style--stances, footwork, upper body and lower body techniques, and grappling are all well represented and defined. Building upon this solid groundwork, the book informs readers of the five ways of attack, including the single direct attack, the attack by combination, the progressive indirect attack, the attack by drawing, and the hand immobilization attack. Fighting instructions include the tactical considerations of Jeet Kune Do practice such as defenses, counterattacks, and sparring. The book concludes with a comprehensive list of resources to help students further develop their knowledge of and training in Jeet Kune Do. Compact and easy-to-read, this book gives readers everything they'll need to start their practice of this critical fighting art made famous by Bruce Lee.
Author | : Kevin Healy |
Publisher | : Martial Arts Basics |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2011 |
Genre | : Health & Fitness |
ISBN | : 9781859063316 |
"Practical advice on physical and mental preparation, plus information on what to expect inside the dojo, how the grading system works, sticking to a training regime and taking your practice further"--Cover.
Author | : Rudolf Jakhel |
Publisher | : Meyer & Meyer Verlag |
Total Pages | : 167 |
Release | : 2000 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9781841260426 |
In this book author analyses karate techniques commonly preferred by contestants in sport bouts. The book profoundly explains the kinetic composition of the individual lighting actions and their mutual relationships, as well as systematically revealing the core ingredients of tactics in combat. With its detailed descriptions and approximately 340 photos, drawings, diagrams and tables, the book will appeal to karate sportsmen and women of all karate styles.
Author | : Paul Eng |
Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
Total Pages | : 272 |
Release | : 2018-06-19 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 1462920187 |
Get your training off to a great start--from basic kicks to practice and tournaments--this book is a perfect introduction to kung fu for beginners. It's everything you need to get started in kung fu! Whether you are considering taking up this martial art, or you've already started, Kung Fu Basics offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know to feel confident and be successful. You'll learn about: The origins of kung fu--philosophy, history and different styles What happens in a kung fu class--invaluable tips on choosing the right school, getting ready for your first class, and basic training methods The essential elements of the style--stances, footwork, kicks, and hand techniques, with tips on common mistakes and how to get the most power out of each move Drill and conditioning exercises--exercises to compliment your training Practical ways to improve your kung fu technique--traditional teaching advice of Chinese masters Resources--help further develop your knowledge and understanding of kung fu