Combat sports and self-defence Books

This book is the result of over four years and four hundred episodes of Martial Arts Radio. Jeremy Lesniak, as host, has spoken with hundreds of martial artists the world over. Those stories, lessons, and personal experiences coalesce here, in The...

A precise and easy to follow instructional manual in the Yang style Tai Chi long (108) form with detailed step by step descriptions of the movements and how to use each of the movements for self-defense. Get all the manifold health benefits of Tai Chi...

HOW TO FIX KARATE (Volume Two)A Karate training and workout book 195 pages27,000 wordsnearly 400 imagesover 50 form applications ~ every single move from the forms!A section on Matrixing that will expand understanding of the forms and techniques!INCLUDES...

THE BOOK OF NEUTRONICSThe science behind the science behind the Martial Arts(Book two in the Matrixing/Neutronics series) This book contains five books written on the subject of Neutronics. the books are:The Neutronic ViewpointPrologueThe 24...

A true tour de force, this book takes its place among the classics of the martial arts! 'The Last Martial Arts Book' is the last book you will ever need if you study the Martial Arts. Includes over 5 hours of videos. All forms, techniques, everything...

The Guardian Mt. Hood Student Manual serves as a vital resource for those beginning their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) journey at the Guardian Mt. Hood Academy. Written by Professor Jose, a black belt with significant philosophical insight, the manual...

During the golden age of boxing in Fiji one fighter captured the imagination of a country. His name was Sakaraia Ve.This is the story of how legendary trainer John Ramos took Ve from a promising young boxer to the world stage.From humble beginnings,...

Ignite the Warrior WithinEmbark on an extraordinary journey where ancient wisdom meets modern mastery in the art of self-discovery and combat. Unleash the Dragon: Mastering Jeet Kune Do for Life offers an unparalleled deep dive into the essence of a...

1 disabled kid with the heart of a champion, 1 lengendary, and true Martial Arts master, 1 incredible story. The teachings of Jeet Kune Do, Bruce Lee's philosophy, offered more than just martial arts techniques. They were a guide to life, emphasizing the...

In Mastering the Art of Arms, Volume One: The Medieval Dagger, Guy Windsor presents a complete guide to the principles and practice of Italian dagger combat, as set down in Il Fior di Battaglia, a manuscript written in 1410. Readers are guided...

Unlock the secrets of Taekwondo, the world's leading martial art, in this engaging and informative guide. Taekwondo For All offers a comprehensive look into the physical, mental, and philosophical aspects of this ancient Korean discipline. More than just...

Aikido wird gern die friedliche Kampfkunst genannt. Ihre Verteidigungstechniken sollten so sanft sein, dass auch der Angreifer seine Freude an ihnen hat. Es gibt keinen Wettkampf und keine Verlierer, beide Teilnehmer sollten sich als Gewinner fühlen...

Dr. Sotaro Honda (R7-dan), student of H8-dan Masatake Sumi-sensei, has been a longtime contributor to Kendo World, and has spent much of his kendo career helping international kenshi. His latest book is a must have for all practitioners and instructors,...

Nombreux sont les pratiquants d'arts martiaux qui ont parcouru le Gorin no sho (Écrit sur les cinq éléments), l'œuvre majeure de Miyamoto Musashi (1582-1645). Malheureusement, ce texte est aussi intéressant qu'hermétique. Sa seule lecture ne permet pas...

Kendo - Fundamentals and Waza to WinBy Hirakawa NobuoOriginally published in Japanese in 1993, Hirakawa-sensei’s book has been a consistent best seller and has been through several editions.The book starts with a brief history of kendo and its...

New updated edition of the now out-of-print "Naginata: The Definitive Guide".Alex Bennett goes into the history and practice of Naginata, using original source materials, and technical photos taken under the guidance of Kimura Yasuko Sensei. With the...

Es gibt Menschen die ein Interesse daran haben, bestimmte Lebensabschnitte oder Ereignisse von Bruce Lee's Leben unter den Teppich zu kehren oder die Tatsachen so zu verdrehen, dass es glaubwürdig klingt. Bruce Lee's Image darf keinen Kratzer abbekommen...

Dies ist das erste Buch über Shorinjiryu Kenkokan Karatedo in deutscher Sprache. Es beschreibt umfangreich alle Aspekte dieses außergewöhnlichen Karatedo Stiles.Mit zahlreichen Bildern und Zeichnungen umfaßt es Themen der Basisbewegungen (Kiso Dosa),...

Dieses Buch ist ein Standardwerk für alle Karateka! Es wendet sich an Anfänger genauso wie an Fortgeschrittene und Trainer. Zum ersten Mal in einem Karatebuch, wird die Philosophie des Karate, die Ziele, Mittel und Methoden des Trainings erklärt. Die...

This book presents the history, philosophy and techniques of one of Okinawa's most misunderstood martial arts, Ryukyu Oke Hiden Bujutsu: The Secret Royal Martial Arts. Originally passed down from generation to generation within the Royal family of...

Karate ist heute eine weltweit bekannte japanische Kampfkunst. Im Verlauf ihrer jahrhundertelangen Entwicklungsgeschichte wurde sie durch die kulturprägenden Kräfte der östlichen Welt wie etwa durch den Zen-Buddhismus oder Konfuzianismus hinsichtlich...

Kata ist der Boss!Die Heian-Kata-Bunkai Lernreihe bietet dem Karateka die Möglichkeit, sich systematisch mit Möglichkeiten und Alternativen auseinanderzusetzen, um sich in bestimmten Situationen verteidigen zu können.Mit diesem Buch möchte ich innerhalb...

Kata are the textbooks or even the soul of karate. It is all the more astonishing that the application of these training forms, the so-called Bunkai, is often neglected, practiced unsuitably for self-defense, or even completely ignored.The two authors...

Kata sind die Lehrbücher oder gar die Seele des Karate. Umso verwunderlicher ist es, dass die Anwendung dieser Trainingsformen, das sogenannte Bunkai, oft vernachlässigt, für die Selbstverteidigung untauglich praktiziert oder gar vollständig ignoriert...

Dieser Sammelband beschäftigt sich mit Kung Fu Techniken im Sawah® Stil und ist ein offizielles Lehrbuch der Sawah® Qigong und Taijiquan Gesellschaft.Der Sawah® Kuen umfasst ein Gesundheits- und Übungssystem aus den Bereichen Qigong, Taijiquan und Kung...

"... another much needed resource for all students of Korean Martial Arts. Yes all Korean Martial Arts! "- Master George Vitale, 8th Degree Through the patterns of Ch'ang Hon (ITF) Taekwon-Do, thousands of students around the world have learned more...

"... the art merely became like a domesticated wild cat, content to sleep whilst still retaining a savagery at its heart enabling it to bare its teeth when required." - John Dowding, 4th degreeCh'ang Hon Taekwon-do Hae Sul: Real Applications To The ITF...

The Encyclopedia Of Taekwon-Do Patterns is a unique series of books that feature the complete works of General Choi, Hong Hi; Creator of the Ch'ang Hon system of Taekwon-Do and founder of the International Taekwon-Do Federation; as well as the patterns...

In 1789, King Chongjo, ruler of the Yi dynasty, ordered General Yi Duk-moo to compile an official textbook on all martial art forms present in Korea. The result, the Muye Dobo Tongji, is the only surviving classical text on the Korean arts of war. Based...

Tenshinkan is a Martial Art that combines Karate with Goshin Jitsu and Kobujutsu.(Goshin Jitsu = a combination of Aikido and Jui-Jitsu with Karate)(Kobujutsu = Traditional Japanese Weapons)This Book is VOLUME 1 - of Tenshinkan KarateThis Book is written...

A Special Self Defense System for Seniors... The older population--persons 65 years or older--numbered 39.6 million in 2009. We represent about 13% of the U.S. population, about one in every eight Americans. By 2030, there will be about 72.1 million,...

This unique take on boxing instruction takes its cues from the best fights of the early 1900s with the likes of Kid Lewis, Billy Wells and Carpentier. The guide uses slow motion stills from boxing film, and breaks down the techniques and tips of the...

The guide has clear and helpful illustrations, alongside top tips from some of the best fighters of the day when it comes to technique and ring-generalship.The guide is designed to be an easy-to-follow introduction into the art of boxing, the rules,...

Corporal William J. Underwood was a Canadian soldier, veteran of WW1, a WW2 reservist and a world-renown Ju Jitsu instructor.In this 1944 guide for women, he showcases his art of 'Combato' as a means to help keep ladies safe from the typical attacks and...

As the Amateur Wrestling Champion of England, Ernest Gruhn takes the reader through the essential skills and attributes needed to compete in various wrestling styles (such as Freestyle, Greco-Roman and Catch-As-Catch-Can).The volume is replete with clear...

Tai Ji Foundations contains a collection of written works from five generations of Wu Hao Tai Ji Quan masters. Although Wu Hao Tai Ji Quan is the less known of the major schools of Tai Ji, many of the foundational texts of all schools of Tai Ji had their...

Dekiti Tirsia Siradas: A Beginner's Manual offers an insightful introduction to the Filipino martial art of Dekiti Tirsia Siradas (DTS) Kali. Written by dedicated martial artist Mark E. Warner, this guide provides both foundational and practical...

THE BOOK OF MATRIXINGThe science behind the martial arts(Book one in the Matrixing/Neutronics series) Matrixing is the most important development of the history of the martial arts.This book makes the Martial Arts logical and easy to understand. This...

BUDDHA CRANE KARATE: THE FIRST MATRIXED ART Matrixing is a method of logic. While it can be used in any endeavor, it is specific to the Martial Arts. This book, 'Buddha Crane Karate,' demonstrates how Matrixing was created, and how it is used to...

MATRIXING KENPO KARATE ~ BOOK TWO ~ THE SECRET OF FORMSWhat were the mistakes of Mitose, Chow, Parker, and the other pioneers of Kenpo, and how do we fix them?This series of book answers those questions, and begins the scientific analysis of over 150...

"Kendan" describes the lessons in kendo and life that were imparted to Kendo Kyoshi 8-dan Ozawa Hiroshi by his mentor, Kendo Hanshi 8-dan Yamanouchi Tomio. Ozawa-sensei studied kendo under Yamanouchi-sensei while a student at Nippon Sports Science...

Los practicantes de kendo consideran los exámenes de promoción y los encuentros competitivos como medios para fomentar la autodisciplina. La preparación para un examen de grado resulta particularmente motivadora en comparación con el entrenamiento...

Those who study kendo regard promotion examinations and matches as vehicles for cultivating self-discipline.Preparing to take a grading is especially motivating compared to regular training. It is, however, also a tremendous disappointment when you fail...

For self-defense in the street to be effective, it must be simple and direct. The examples offered in this manual have been carefully chosen. We have purposely omitted any difficult moves such as fancy kicks to the head, intricate holds and difficult...

Through conversations with many historical Wing Chun figures such as the Grandmaster Yip Man’s sons; Yip Ching and Yip Chun, and other top disciples of his like Wong Shun Leung, Willian Cheung, Victor Kan, Leung Ting, etc…the information in...

Systema Health25 Practises for a lifetime of Health, Fitness and Wellbeing 25 easy to understand and apply practises, for a lifetime of health, mobility, fitness and well-being. The purpose of this book, is to provide a guide for students and...