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Karate Basics

by Robin Rielly
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Get your karate training off to a great start—from basic footwork and strikes to training and demonstrations. This martial arts guide is a perfect introduction to karate for beginners.
Are you planning to learn Karate, but don't know where to begin? Are you looking for a teacher? Are you taking a class but confused by the technical terms used to describe the punches?
Karate Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this ancient martial art form in a clear and easy-to-understand manner!
This karate book contains the following vital information:
  • The origins of Karate—its philosophy, history, and different schools
  • How to find a teacher and a class that are right for you
  • Getting ready for your first class—what actually happens in a Karate class?
  • The essential elements—stances, blocks, thrusts, strikes, punches, and kicks
  • How to complement your Karate training with sparring drills and kata
  • Effective ways to succeed in Karate—how to create a training program, test for belt promotion, and an overview of competitions and tournaments
  • Resources to help you develop your knowledge and understanding of Karate
    • Whether you're just getting started, or have already been training for a year or two, Karate Basics offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to the sport that will make you feel more confident.
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    Series: Tuttle Martial Arts Basics Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

    Kindle Book

    • Release date: December 20, 2011

    OverDrive Read

    • ISBN: 9781462903047
    • Release date: December 20, 2011

    EPUB ebook

    • ISBN: 9781462903047
    • File size: 3927 KB
    • Release date: December 20, 2011

    Formats

    Kindle Book
    OverDrive Read
    EPUB ebook

    subjects

    Philosophy Sports & Recreations Nonfiction

    Languages

    English

    Get your karate training off to a great start—from basic footwork and strikes to training and demonstrations. This martial arts guide is a perfect introduction to karate for beginners.
    Are you planning to learn Karate, but don't know where to begin? Are you looking for a teacher? Are you taking a class but confused by the technical terms used to describe the punches?
    Karate Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this ancient martial art form in a clear and easy-to-understand manner!
    This karate book contains the following vital information:
  • The origins of Karate—its philosophy, history, and different schools
  • How to find a teacher and a class that are right for you
  • Getting ready for your first class—what actually happens in a Karate class?
  • The essential elements—stances, blocks, thrusts, strikes, punches, and kicks
  • How to complement your Karate training with sparring drills and kata
  • Effective ways to succeed in Karate—how to create a training program, test for belt promotion, and an overview of competitions and tournaments
  • Resources to help you develop your knowledge and understanding of Karate
    • Whether you're just getting started, or have already been training for a year or two, Karate Basics offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to the sport that will make you feel more confident.
    Expand title description text
    Philosophy Sports & Recreations Nonfiction