One of the most popular and demanding martial arts, Shotokan Karate combines physical fitness with mental and spiritual training. This superbly illustrated step-by-step volume sets new standards for guides of this type. Its user-friendly approach and clear photography present all the basics in easy-to-follow lessons. Each movement is broken down into stages to include foot positions. There are handy tips and hints throughout the book and advice on taking your training further. This book is essential reading for every student of Shotokan Karate.
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Kevin Healy is a serving police officer. He began Karate training in 1977 and was awarded his black belt three years later, and his 5th Dan in 1997. He has been a member of the UK junior and national squads and has trained with some of the true senseis (Masters) of Shotokan Karate. He has become a highly successful instructor in his own right.
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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Connections Edition. Trade Paperback. Contents: Part One - Beginning the Journey. Part Two - Training. Lesson One - Warming Up. Lesson Two - Stances. Dachi. Lesson Three. Punching. Zuki. Lesson Four - Striking. Uchi. Lesson Five - Blocking. Uke. Lesson Six - Kicking. Geri. Lesson Seven - Combination Work. Lesson Eight - Sparring - Kumite. Part Three - Taking It Further. Glossary. Resources. Index. Acknowledgements. Illustrated. 144 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions ,and all types of Academic Literature.). Seller Inventory # 089948
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