Mastering Kempo (Mastering Martial Arts Series) - Softcover

Durbin, William

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0736003509 ISBN 13: 9780736003506

Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers, 2000

Synopsis

Everyone from the advanced martial artist to the ambitious beginner should enhance their skills with these step-by-step instructions on techniques, tactics and advanced training methods. From stances, blocks, and thrusts to strikes and kicks, each primary technique is taught through detailed explanations and demonstrative photographs. The principles are essential to the mastery of all martial arts and should enhance the understanding of the many disciplines derived from kempo, including judo, jujitsu, and karate. Durbin also explains the relationship between the various art forms.

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Review

" "As one of the leading practitioners of Kempo, Durbin has in-depth knowledge of the history and philosophy of the martial arts. I recommend this book heartily to all martial artists who wish to expand their knowledge and understanding of the intricacies of the martial arts." Bill Superfoot Wallace Retired as undefeated PKA middleweight champion (1980) Member of the Black Belt Magazine Hall of Fame """William Durbin is the most objective, authentic, and accurate Kempo historian in America today. I have studied his methods and worked and practiced with him for five years. His skills and abilities in the martial arts, especially Kempo, are fascinating. I enthusiastically recommend Mastering Kempo to everyone involved in martial arts." Bill Beach, Judan/Shihan Professor of jiu-jitsu, karate, and judo Founder and director of the Hawaiian Jiu-Jitsu system "Bill Durbin is unequalled as a researcher and teacher of the art of Kempo. This work shares his technique and philosophy gained throughout his 30-year career. I am honored to recommend Mastering Kempo." Richard L. Stone Hanshi senior master The Kudu Martial Arts Association "

About the Author

William Durbin, a 30-year student and practitioner of martial arts, has reached the level of soke, the highest ranking in Kiyojute Kempo. He is considered to be one of the world's foremost authorities and historians on Kempo, the original martial art. He also holds varying degrees of black belts in judo, karate, taekwondo, and tai chi. Durbin is president of the Christian Martial Arts Association and the Spiritual Martial Arts Research Association. Among his numerous martial arts honors are Presidential Sports Awards for karate and judo. Durbin also has been listed in Who's Who for Karate and American Martial Arts and was chosen as one of the Outstanding Young Men in America. Durbin resides in Frankfort, Kentucky, with his wife, Carol.

About this edition

• Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0736003509
• ISBN 13: 9780736003506
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 184