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The book begins with a brief discussion of the history and philosophy of karate-do. It also contains important and informative materials necessary to help you understand and remember each area of your karate training. The meaningful things in life come through hard work, discipline, dedication, and effort. So it is with karate-do. This work includes chapters on the importance of incorporating proper attitudes and habits while training, formalities and etiquettes, and even some worthy suggestions for parents. Other chapters include the basic principles of blocking, striking, thrusting, and kicking techniques stressing the importance of kata, a structured practice of formal patterns or "the way of doing" that enables one to build inner strength and courage and be able to defend themselves from the struggles of daily life. In today's ever-changing world, there is still hope for sanity, goodness, wisdom and spirituality. Through karate these strong foundational components are learned, embraced, and practiced during the storms of adversity, helping to instill and maintain a sense of dignity and honor in one's life.

Interested in buying a folding knife? Where do you start? What important features should you look for? What about blade shapes, serrated edges and the mind-boggling number of different styles, locking and opening mechanisms, blade-steels and handle materials out there? Why are there so many, what's the difference and which is the best? As a cop and first responder, how do I know which knife is the best for my job and for my use off duty? How and where is the best place to carry my knife? What about department policy regarding usage of the folding knife as a tool versus usage as a weapon?Join leading subject matter expert Steve Tarani in this easy-to-follow training program as he guides you step-by-step through the maze of folding knife selection, and provides training in details and operational skills critical to safe personal carry and usage. Scope of study includes: Model Policy Concepts and Issues, Metallurgy and Blade Geometry, Handle Materials, Opening and Closing Mechanisms, Optimal Carry, Functional Deployment (removal from carry position), Locking and Unlocking, Preventative Maintenance (PM) and overall safe handling of the modern production folding knife.

"SPIRIT TRAINING" is the sum of essential components of karate-do that direct the intensity and implementation of all physical activity. The calm, disciplined, everyday-spirit outlined in the Dojo Kun and 20 Precepts of Master Gichin Funakoshi, is meshed with the ever-aware, split-second, explosive, subconscious-directed actions that would nullify even the most ferocious animal. There is the peaceful spirit of disposition and conviction that Funakoshi stressed as the essence and necessity true karate-do. And there is Musashi's "void," the highest stage of karate-do described by Masatoshi Nakayama, where accumulated training is internalized to the extent that the martial artist can react with perfection, with no prior indication of danger, at any time or place. What all have in common is the dedicated and disciplined daily study of our conscious thought streams and subconscious mind, coupled with "internalized" karate skills... Or, the sum could be described as "Spirit Training." Webster's defines "spirit" as the "life-giving force," or the "animating component, or stimulant." All of that is inseparable from karate-do. I have always encouraged my students to make karate become part of their lifestyle. The "karate lifestyle" can support a healthy, disciplined, inquisitive and well-adjusted human being. It combines the strengths of character from traditional karate-ethics updated with the preparations for the rapidly growing complexities of today's demands and challenges. Karate Spirit-Training supports strengths and fortifies weakness, stimulates growth and motivates. It is never old fashioned. In fact, its traditional elements are more usable, valuable, and relevant than ever. Used as a character-building, health and fitness, dependable source of positive energy and attitude development, it is incredibly empowering. If you are a good karate teacher, you are a lifelong learner; always the "beginner's mind." Spirit training is about learning the tangible and the intangible. The top of the iceberg is obvious, but the true strength of what we see lies beneath. That is where we can always look for more to make sense of what we think we see. Our insights and studies here are rather comprehensive, very meaningful and quite powerful. Like all martial art studies, we look wide and deep. We learn from everyone, everything, and every experience. This book reflects that empowering process. It is meant to be an insightful lens of all that is easily over-looked, and to see what is too often missed.

A rare and definitive book featuring the top masters of the Filipino Martial Arts of Escrima, Kali and Arnis. This outstanding compilation gathers the best masters in one comprehensive volume. In their own words, they explain the philosophy, training and spirit of the art. This book gives rare insights into the physical, mental, and spiritual methods that have enabled these chosen few to reach the pinnacles of the Filipino Martial Arts. Dan Inosanto, Ben Largusa, Leo Giron, Edgar Sulite, Cacoy Canete, Rene Latosa - just to name a few - share thoughts and experiences in rare interviews that define the essence of their martial arts mastery.For the first time, interviews with some of the world's top Escrima/Kali/Arnis masters have been gathered together in one book. No matter how well you think you know these masters, you haven't truly experienced their wit, wisdom, and insight until you have read "Escrima Masters"!

The methods of the world's greatest karate fighters have been gathered together into this incredible volume to demonstrate the most closely-guarded secrets of sport competition, bare-knuckle fighting, and life-or-death street combat! The highly-technical and brutally effective methods of karate's most dangerous masters are revealed for the first time in a single spectacular book! Hirokazu Kanazawa, Fumio Demura, Morio Higaonna, Tak Kubota, Seiji Nishimura, and Kyoshi Yamazaki are only a few of the karate masters who make this book a complete guide to understanding and developing a working knowledge of the world's most feared fighting art. Their knowledge is the fruit of experience, proven in the fires of combat and tempered with the single-minded goal of devastating efficiency! In addition to presenting numerous "how-to" techniques, each master reveals fascinating hidden aspects of karate-do, going back to the combat essentials developed in Okinawa, where unarmed peasants used the art of the "open hand" to defeat heavily-armed bandits and armored invaders!In this unique book, martial artists of all styles and ranks can learn the keys to timing and strategy, the important elements of bunkaiand onyo bunkai, explosive and effective self-defense principles, and many other master-level concepts that will provide a different perspective on unarmed combat than anything seen or practiced before!Combat Karate is a must-have training aid for all those who wish to return to the true roots of karate and who desire to further their understanding of the practical applications of karate-do methods and techniques. Without a doubt, Combat Karate will provide a greater understanding of karate's combat secrets and reveal its devastating fighting methods to the world!

Who didn't enjoy the movie scene where Indiana Jones blasted a sword-wielding opponent with his six-shooter? If he's got a knife then just shoot him - right? Isn't that all there is to it? It always works (and looks) great in the movies, but what about in real life? What about the real-world officers both patrol and correctional as well as other operating professionals who really have been there and tried that and it didn't work? Why is the "21-foot Rule" such a critical factor and what can you do to beat the odds stacked against you?What if it really happened to you - how would you react? Sure, you may carry a gun, but are you truly prepared to beat a surprise edged weapon attack and walk away in one piece? What qualification drills can you run to test your skills? Join leading subject matter expert Steve Tarani as he guides you step-by-step through this easy-to-follow tutorial on how to defeat a "knife fight" with a firearm. Scope of study includes: Anatomy of a "Knife Fight", 28 real-world reasons why your gun may not be the first choice, utilizing the Two-second Rule, finding optimal Range and Position, defeating the Action-Reaction Power Curve, how to reduce Liability (personal injury) and Reactionary Gaps, utilizing the Second-hand Rule, shooting from Retention Position, transitions, critical on and off-range training drills, and most importantly - how to not fight but win with a gun.

This book will serve way to decide what will work the best for you and what aspects of JKD you need to keep, as well as throw away. I feel that it would be impossible to learn this from your instructor, as he will mainly focus on what works best for him. I have been fortunate to have learned from many of the senior students of Bruce Lee and have noticed that they all focus on certain things and not on what some the others are doing. For some it may be the boxing aspects. For some it may be footwork. For others it was trapping energy and the Wing Chun elements. It was only when we started focusing on the Western fencing aspects of JKD that I was able to understand and focus on what has become my essence of JKD. Of course, an instructor cannot just hand you what will become your essence or foundation of your own JKD. This is something that you must discover for yourself as you work to become more a more efficient JKD practitioner. The purpose of this book is too show you most of what we teach in my garage and the basic principles behind each. Once you have worked on these you will come to realize what will work for you and what will not. Some of you will want to focus on distance and footwork. Others will feel comfortable crashing the line. Whatever works for you is the main thing. Just use the book as guideline to discover your own essential JKD.

The title of this book is "Jeet Kune Do Principles". Principles and concepts that ALL Martial Artists - regardless of style - can use in their daily training. In fact, most of these principles are used everyday by all martial artists around the world, and most like speed and timing, are not unique to the art of Jeet Kune Do. The purpose of this book is to explain some of these principles and share some ideas on how to train for them. Some are principles like the use of distance and broken rhythm in combat, while others are sayings on combat by the founder of JKD Bruce Lee that perfectly illustrate a principle or a fighting idea. To understand the root, you need to understand the principles. The principles of Jeet Kune Do are universal, but unfortunately these principles are no longer stressed as much anymore, because there is too much focus on "technique" alone, and seeing how many techniques you can "add" to your toolbox. The purpose of this work is to discuss some of the principles that the art of JKD focuses on, and to give you some examples to put those principles in action. The hope of this book is that you do the same with the main techniques you either are studying or teaching - regardless of your style.  

A repertoire of historical figures such as Rickson Gracie, Jean Jacques Machado, Royce Gracie, Rigan Machado, Fabio Gurgel, Carlos Gracie Jr., and numerous contemporary world-class masters and fighters such as Vitor Belfort, Renato Magno, Carlos "Caique" Elias, Luis Heredia and Andre Galvao amongst others, have been gathered in this unique work. The interviews contain intriguing thoughts, fascinating personal details, hidden histories, and revealing philosophies. In this volume, each Jiu Jitsu master reveals a true love for the art and a deep understanding of every facet associated with the practice and spirit of the Jiu Jitsu style originated in Brazil. No matter how well you think you know these masters of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, you haven''t really experienced their wit, wisdom, and insight until you''ve read Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Masters.  Any martial arts practitioner who appreciates Jiu Jitsu history and philosophy, and who feels that this rich heritage is a necessary stepping-stone to personal growth, will find this book an invaluable reference and a "must have" addition to their personal library.

This book, regardless of what styles or methods of martial arts you train in, "Jeet Kune Do: Guide to Equipment Training" offers comprehensive and cohesive training information that will help you maximize your combat skills and achieve your full potential as a martial artist and fighter. Detailed and progressive instruction on how to use the heavy bag, focus mitts, forearm pad, kicking shield, etc... makes this book the main source of information about the proper use of equipment training. This book will take you to a new level of integration and mastery of your art, regardless of the style, if what you are interested in is real contact power!