Muay Thai: Kickboxing Combat (Martial Arts Sports Zone)

Wells, Garrison

ISBN 10: 076138457X ISBN 13: 9780761384571

Publisher: Lerner Pub Group, 2012

Synopsis

Did you know that Muay Thai started out as military training for Thailand's warriors? Hundreds of years ago, they used it for hand-to-hand combat. In modern times, Muay Thai is still powerful, challenging, and a great way to exercise.

Enter the Martial Arts Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to Muay Thai. You'll discover:
- What some of the top Muay Thai kicks and strikes are, including the roundhouse kick and the flying knee.
- What ram muay is and how it honors the sport's traditions.
- What the main local, national, and international competitions are.
- What role Muay Thai has in mixed martial arts competitions worldwide.

Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!

About this title

Review:

"Martial arts is a popular topic with pre-teens, and this series will more than adequately fit the needs of both school and public libraries on the subject. Each book contains an overview of the martial art, its history, equipment, and techniques; as well as worldwide competitions. Colorful photos of popular martial artists are sprinkled throughout the books. These books are meant as an introduction to the martial arts." --Library Media Connection

--Journal

"Students who are fascinated by martial arts will find much to enjoy in this series. Each volume includes an overview of the featured sport, its history, equipment and techniques, and a glimpse into national and international competitions. While Gareth Stevens's 'Martial Arts' series (2004) focuses more on form, the emphasis here is on popular culture. Past and present champions are highlighted, along with movies and games where the martial arts are featured. Because of the popularity of mixed martial arts, and the fact that in this sport competitors employ a combination of the other arts, there is some overlap in the content of the books. All the titles mention the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship). Action-packed photographs and interesting sidebars will keep readers engaged." --School Library Journal, Series Made Simple

--Journal

About the Author:

Garrison Wells is a third-degree black belt in Nihon jujitsu, a first-degree black belt in judo, a third-degree black belt in Goju-ryu karate, and a first-degree black belt in kobudo. He is also an award-winning journalist and writer, and he lives in Colorado.

About this edition

• Publisher: Lerner Pub Group
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 076138457X
• ISBN 13: 9780761384571
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 32