Some Western Pioneers in Asian Martial Arts: An Anthology Book

Some Western Pioneers in Asian Martial Arts: An Anthology BookPioneer as a noun is defined as a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area. As a verb, it means develop or be the first to use or apply (a new method, area of knowledge, or activity). This anthology gives the reader the experience of the explorers who went to foreign lands to discover and learn about a specific field of knowledge and skills: the Asian martial arts. The eight chapters included here share a common root in

Length: 154 pages

which later became recognized as the most prestigious competition in modern kendo history for its spirit

Armlocks fall under the category of kansetsu-waza or joint locks

Three Points of the Foot

so these are also introduced in their historical context

Dealing with the head on the other side

and gun training

Furi Oroshi (Downward Swing)

Length: 192 page hardcover book with DVD

drills and strategies used by the pros so you can actually functionalize this material in a real match or on the street

for the highest degree in theseven katas of judo is Etiquette

Bunkai are collected