Combat sports and self-defence Books

A powerful story of resilience, hope, and the bonds that unite us.Could you imagine being sent alone on an ocean liner at just ten years old for an eight-day journey at sea, with only the hope of seeing your family again one...

From the shores of South Jersey to the green hills of New Zealand, Gary Wolf has lived a life like few others. When he made the decision to attend the legendary Larry Sharpe's Monster Factory, he was taking his first steps into the wild world of...

Practicante de artes marciales desde hace más de 25 años, instructor y eterno estudiante del camino, el autor comparte en estas páginas no solo su experiencia técnica, sino también sus vivencias más humanas: dudas, aprendizajes, silencios, caídas y...

Anhand der japanischen Schwertkunst führt dieses Buch zu Bewegungsprinzipien, die Körper und Geist in Einklang bringen können. In das Verständnis des  Schwertweges, entstanden aus der alten Kriegskunst und durch den Buddhismus nachhaltig...

In the enlightening guidebook "How To Use The Yawara Stick," martial arts expert F.A. Matsuyama delves into the art and techniques of wielding the traditional self-defense tool known as the Yawara Stick. Originally published in 1947 and written as an...

Martial arts are being re-imagined and reconstructed beyond the arenas of combat and sport in 21st-century Western context. The book shows how elements of martial arts, often from East Asian societies, are being adapted, critiqued, managed and merged to...

Surviving Myself--The Making of a Middleweight is a coming-of-age memoir about a sensitive little sweetheart who throws a dynamite left hook--a punch that catapults him into Madison Square Garden to fight for a Golden Gloves title.It is also about my...

The One Opponent Gotch Feared Could Beat HimWrestling fans believed no living man could defeat World Champion Frank Gotch. To stimulate fan interest, Gotch's manager lured Stanislaus Zbyszko, a European Greco-Roman wrestling champion, to America for a...

On July 26, 1854, World Prizefighting Champion John Morrissey challenged part-time prize-fighter and New York Whig enforcer William "Bill the Butcher" Poole to a street fight. The fight at the Amos Street Pier proved humiliating for the champion. The bad...

Many martial artists interested in Neko Ryu don't understand how to apply its principles.The Six core Principles of Neko Ryu were presented in Book One, "Neko Ryu Goshin Jitsu: Principles to Improve Your Life". "Neko Ryu Goshin Jitsu: Exploring its...

Escrimeurs Contemporains (1899) est un livre �����crit par De Goudourville, Henry, qui pr�����sente une collection de portraits de c�����l�����bres escrimeurs de l'�����poque. Le livre offre une perspective unique sur la pratique de l'escrime et les...

Das Buch ""Die Grosse Reiterschlacht bei Brandy Station 9 Juni 1863"" wurde im Jahr 1893 von Heros von Borcke verfasst. Es beschreibt die historische Schlacht von Brandy Station, die am 9. Juni 1863 w�����hrend des Amerikanischen B�����rgerkriegs...

""The Dead Shot Or Sportsman�������s Complete Guide: Being A Treatise On The Use Of The Gun"" is a comprehensive guidebook for hunters and sportsmen, written by an experienced marksman. First published in 1875, the book covers everything from the basics...

""Tales For Sportsmen"" is a collection of short stories written by an author named Dragon and originally published in 1885. The book features a variety of tales that revolve around the world of sports and outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, and...

""Sumo Sacramento de la Fe Tesoro del Nombre Cristiano"" es un libro escrito por Francisco Aguado en 1640. En este libro, el autor aborda la importancia del sacramento de la Eucarist������a en la fe cristiana y c������mo este sacramento es un tesoro para...

Martial arts and kung fu movies have been quite popular in the English-speaking world for many years since Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan came to prominence. In recent years, some authors have included kung fu elements in writing action novels. Still,...

Are you interested in learning martial arts but unsure how to find the right school? This comprehensive guide is perfect for beginners looking to start their martial arts journey.Learn how to research and evaluate potential schools based on location,...

‘A Fencer’s Ramblings’ is a blog by Henry Walker which he started in May 2010 to spread knowledge about the subject of Historical European Martial Arts, and indeed fencing in general.Whithin the pages of this book you will...

AikidoBasic and intermediate studiesAll exercises and techniques needed for kyu grade testing up to Shodan or first black belt. Also includes some additional advanced applications.

This is the most thoroughly researched boxing-detailed biography of James J. Corbett's career ever written. It reveals new dates, bouts, and facts, shedding fresh light on his experience, skills, and ability. It meticulously describes his bouts and...

Mixed martial arts (MMA)-unarmed fighting games permitting techniques derived from a variety of martial arts and combat sports- has exploded from the fringes of sport into a worldwide phenomenon, a sport as controversial as it is compelling. This is the...

A handbook for AGPS students. It contains info about Guru Mike's background, the underlying philosophy of the system, and the curriculum.

In the 3rd edition of Gōjū-Ryū Karate-Dō Desk Reference 剛柔流空手道 参考書 Volume 1 Introduction & Historic Chronology 武道, 武術の歴史, we broadly expand and revise the lineage of Goju-Ryu and related histories...

“Movie buffs and boxing buffs alike will relish this!” (Publishers Weekly)“An extremely well-researched tale.” (Kirkus Reviews)On March 17, 1897, in an open-air arena in Carson City, Jim Corbett and Bob Fitzsimmons fought for the...

From a world renowned Professional Wrestler to being a Publican, the transition wasn't that easy for Johnny Kincaid, from travelling the world, to staying in one place 24/7, from seeing different people most everyday, to seeing the same people everyday,...

"With his trademark insider acuity, unsentimental compassion, and faultless eye and ear, Charles Farrell gives us an indelible portrait of one of boxing's great characters and a definitive account of what happens when talent runs afoul of the way things...

While many books on martial arts focus on basic techniques and training methods, this book goes beyond the surface level and delves into the deeper concepts that the masters have kept hidden for centuries. These secrets have been passed down through...

Entstehung und Technik des N. K. Kempo, effektive traditionelle Selbstverteidigung und Gewaltprävention.

Als ich Anfang der 80er Jahre die 20 Brokate kennenlernte fand ich sie eine wertvolle Ergänzung zu unseren damals recht geringen Kenntnissen. Als ich 1985 in Köln meine Schule eröffnete, waren die 20 Brokate fester Bestandteil des Programms. Irgendwann...

From the word HAJIME! this book will improve your ability to win in this keenest of all competitive sports. The first book of its kind in the field, CONTEST JUDO is a highly unique contribution intended to improve the play of beginners as well as...

An "unauthorized" yet sympathetic biography, by a prominent African-American sportswriter (A.S. "Doc" Young), of the heavyweight boxing champion who was famous for being infamous. Written in 1963 shortly after Sonny Liston took the title away from...

Questions of class and gender in Appalachia have, in the wake of the 2016 presidential election and the runaway success of Hillbilly Elegy, moved to the forefront of national conversations about politics and culture. From Todd Snyder, a first generation...

Life is a battle, on and off the mat. Victory requires balance and effective effort. This book shares maxims developed in the thick of literal fights, with applications in and out of the ring. hear 22 maxims that summarize lessons learned so...

Content includes:Introductory.Wrestling on the Feet.Tips for the Beginner.Tips for Instructors.Suggested Courses of Half-hour Lessons.Standard Weights.Rules of Wrestling on the Feet.Simple Competitions.Wrestling Mats.George Frederick William de Relwyskow...

SANCHIN is one of the most powerful Karate Katas. Literally “Three Battles,” represents the strenuous unification of mind, spirit, and body.Rather than a how-to guide, SANCHIN Three Battles delves into the origin, purpose, and benefit of this...

The 'Silent Winds' refers to the stillness and internal silence at the centre of all Aikido techniques. The silence is infused with awareness - awareness of the space surrounding you, awareness of the internal landscape of thoughts and emotions, and...

Sporting Scenes Amongst The Kaffirs Of South Africa is a book written by Alfred Wilks Drayson and published in 1858. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about the author's experiences hunting and exploring in South Africa during the...

Recent studies have shown that regular walking may be the ultimate cardiovascular exercise. However, the circle walking exercise of Ba Gua Zhang is not simply walking. It combines the benefits of walking with Qi Gong and meditation. It also develops a...

Le livre ""A La Porte Du Paradis: Ma Premiere Lecon De Boxe (1867)"" �����crit par Alfred Delvau est une �����uvre litt�����raire qui raconte l'histoire d'un jeune homme qui d�����couvre la boxe pour la premi�����re fois. Le protagoniste est fascin�����...

Kung Fu is a form of body exercise deploying high combat skills, in addition to being a self-exercise on internal discipline and intense focus. It also works to develop one’s ability to be ready and patient, to control one’s emotions and mind...

Jack "Iron Fist" Thompson's journey is one of relentless determination, fierce rivalries, and unwavering resilience. From his early days in the gym to the pinnacle of his career as a world champion, Jack's story is a testament to the power of...

Alex "The Fury" Johnson has faced countless battles in the octagon, but none as challenging as the journey of redemption, mentorship, and ultimate triumph. From the highs of championship victories to the lows of personal betrayals, Alex's story is one of...

Föreställ dig hur det skulle kännas att kunna försvara dig mot olika former av fasthållningar, strupgrepp och slag, och mot tafsning och ofredande.Här får du lära dig effektiva tekniker som fungerar oavsett din storlek och styrka, och som samtidigt är så...

Kickbox Aerobic - der neue erfolgreiche Fitness-Trend! Ob Tae-Bo, Thai Do, Kara-T-Robics oder eine der anderen Bezeichnungen, die auf dem Fitnessmarkt kursieren, entscheidend für die Zukunftsfähigkeit dieser Fitness-Variante, die Kampfsporttechniken...

Taekwondo - ein olympischer Kampfsport! Seit der Olympiade in Sydney 2000 ist Taekwondo neben Judo der einzige Kampfsport asiatischen Ursprungs, der in den Kreis der olympischen Sportarten aufgenommen wurde. Ungeachtet dieser hohen Anerkennung steckt...