Martial arts Books

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

In diesem Buch werden insgesamt 163 verschiedene Judo-Bodentechniken vorgestellt, davon 63 Haltegriffe, 44 Hebel- und 56 Würgetechniken. Jede dieser Techniken wird aus 1 bis 3 Standardsituationen des Bodenkampfes entwickelt. Anschließend werden...

Der Autor begann im Alter von 15 Jahren mit dem Kampfsporttraining, unter anderem Karate, Viet Vo Dao, Tae Kwon Do, Koreanisches Kung Fu, Kickboxen. Er trainierte viele Jahre mit asiatischen Großmeistern, weshalb sein Wissen sehr ursprünglich ist. Der...

Self-defense in a nutshell: moral courage, determination, self-respect - peace. The author offers the reader a unique look behind the scenes of martial arts and reveals the essence of his more than 45 years of practice in various styles. Both the...

Im Band 2 werden die Ju Gata Seienchin, Seipai und Kururunfa sowie einige ausgewählte Bunkai erklärt. Die Bo-Jitsu Kumi Bo Ichi und Bo-Jitsu Ufugusuku no Kon sowie die Kata Tokuyama no Tonfa schließen den Band 2 dieser Reihe ab.

Jeet Kune Do is a modern system of self-defence based on the teachings and philosophy of Bruce Lee, the King of Kung Fu.JKD is built on Simplicity, Directness, Efficiency and Speed. It encapsulates all four fighting distances (Kicks, Boxing, Close Combat...

This full-color, hardcover book is a training manual for the shadow warriors of our Empire. It is written for Acolytes of our Black Brotherhood who choose to specialize in the dark arts of espionage, sabotage, assassination, stealth, scouting and covert...

Long considered a classic text by teachers and students, The Root of Chinese Qigong offers the principles and theories of qigong practice. This third edition includes Updated pīnyīn that includes diacritical tonal marks (for...

Superior Fishing: Or The Striped Bass, Trout, And Black Bass Of The Northern States is a book written by Robert Barnwell Roosevelt in 1865. It is a comprehensive guide to fishing in the Northern States of America, providing detailed information on the...

Karate im Rollstuhl, geht denn das? Kann ein Blinder kämpfen lernen? Darf ein Einbeiniger einen Schwarzgurt tragen, wenn er nicht treten kann? Begreift ein geistig Behinderter überhaupt, was Budo ist? Fragen über Fragen! Genau solche sind es, welche...

Taekwondo-SpiegelungWas bringt es, über Taekwondo zu reflektieren, die Aufmerksamkeit darauf zu lenken, was man tut, wie man es tut und warum? Selbst wenn abstrakte Konzepte auf die Leinwand projiziert werden, plötzlich erkennen wir gewisse Stärken und...

Originally there were only 3 old palms. Over several generations of practitioners, 8 palm methods were compiled. From these 8 palm methods, 64 palm methods were derived. Thus we call the original 8 palm methods "old 8 palms" or "8 large palms". These...

Tournament Casting And The Proper Equipment is a book written by Louis Stopford Darling in 1907. The book is a guide to tournament casting, which is a sport that involves casting a fishing line as far as possible using specialized equipment. The book...

The Coquet-Dale Fishing Songs is a collection of traditional songs and ballads from the Coquet River valley in Northumberland, England. Compiled and edited by Thomas Doubleday, a renowned naturalist and writer, the book contains lyrics and sheet music...

Dim Mak die tödlichen NervenpunkteBeim Dim Mak werden bestimmte Nervenpunkte, die auf sog. Meridianen liegen extrem gereizt.Das komplette energetische System des Menschen, also Körper, Geist und Seele kann somit stark beeinflusst werden.Um eine bestimmte...

Ils nous font vibrer, rêver, frissonner, d'effroi ou d'admiration. Ils gagnent leur vie en détruisant les autres. Ce sont les gladiateurs de notre temps. Les combattants d'Arts Martiaux Mixtes. Mais derrière le sang, la sueur et les larmes, œuvrent...

Bruce Lee was a man of startling contradictions. His creation of Jeet Kune Do - his own personal expression of the martial arts - firmly established him as a master. This book is an analysis and an appreciation of the man who truly became a legend in his...

NOW DISCONTINUED AND REPLACED DUE TO ISSUES WITH THE PRINTING COMPANY! REPLACED WITH ISBN 978-1-915414-16-8Originally released in 1976 by Kung-Fu Monthly, The Secret Art of Bruce Lee represented a milestone in the history of the martial arts. At the time...

Qìigrave;gōng Small Circulation meditation has been known for centuries to not only promote health and longevity but also to open a path toward spiritual enlightenment. Small Circulation meditation is the practice of circulating energy...