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Reveals the basic structures and principles of Jeet Kune Do (JKD), the martial arts system developed by Bruce Lee. This handbook includes lessons that illustrate JKD's two basic stances and demonstrate how to perform fundamental footwork, kicking, countering, and defensive moves.

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Covering ju-jitsu, this book offers practitioners insight into how champions have employed the moves to beat the competition. It includes picture sequences and interviews with Brazilian ju-jitsu fighters.

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Demonstrates the novice techniques of shotokan karate and discusses the common errors made by the beginner.

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Presents the first 100 vintage covers from one of the longest-running and most significant martial-arts magazines - "Black Belt". This album documents martial-arts heroes, philosophies, and traditions.

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A guide that explains the use of force continuum and teaches how to efficiently avoid potentially violent encounters though the use of 'pre-incident indicators.' It leads readers through effective methods of self-defence designed for use in myriad street crime scenarios.

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Details the techniques and methods that form the basis of military and combat defensive training. This guide includes chapters that provide instruction on knife defence, unarmed fighting, weapon retention, and arrest and control techniques.

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Suitable for fans new to the arena or those devotees looking to gain a deeper understanding of the styles, positions and techniques, this resource helps make sense of the flurry of action in the rings. It includes written descriptions and photo sequences that help readers comprehend various things from guards and locks to kicks and bars.

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Discusses the mystery behind the elusive energy of chi. This title provides exercises to increase and direct the flow of chi and explains how chi affects the body, the philosophy behind the famous yin-yang symbol, pressure points and the 32 meridians, and the principles behind dim mak (the often misunderstood 'death touch').

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Details the fundamental aspects of Kapap, the martial arts system developed and utilised by Israeli special forces. This manual covers the defensive tactics, hand-to-hand combat moves, and self-defence methods that compose Kapap, with special sections covering striking, grappling, pressure points, and weapon defence.

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Part of the Hayes' epic "Ninja" series, this book introduces the reader to the building blocks of ninjutsu: basic postures, the natural elements that correspond with fighting techniques, weapons, and the 'scheme of totality'. It offers the reader the tools to start his path in the Togakure Ryu tradition.

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Describes the history and significance of the birthplace of Daisuke Nishina, the founder of the Togakure Ryu of ninjutsu. This book introduces advanced principles such as enlightened consciousness, secrets of ninja invisibility, and the union of body and weapon. It shows how to direct the power of one's surroundings.

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Heading further down the warrior's path while delving into both the ancient and modern history of ninjutsu, this title includes such topics as combat training drills, the emergence and techniques of female ninja agents, exercises to increase awareness, and the goton-po theory of escape and invisibility.

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An anthology containing a selection of articles on traditional martial arts, modern combat, and the mentality and inspirations of a fighter. It offers a perspective on the evolution of thought on martial arts, as well as a chronological view of the trends and traditions associated with the different disciplines.

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Covers eight taegeuk forms approved by the Korean government for advancement to black belt, and three advanced black-belt forms.

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Features tutorial essays and interviews with martial arts professionals on the art of grappling. This guide contains chapters that demonstrate a variety of moves and approaches, including reality-based ground techniques used by police officers and soldiers as well as the central aspects of classical jujitsu and submission wrestling.

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Including instructional articles and interviews with the industry's champions, this guide covers the athletes and techniques of mixed martial arts.

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Discusses concepts that simplify training, help learn various techniques faster, and provide access to the inner workings of jujitsu. This book suggests that these concepts can be applied to the spectrum of martial arts, as they address the fundamentals of technique, physics, anatomy, relaxation, humility, self-confidence, and open-mindedness.