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This book bridges the gap between modern Kendo as a sport and the old Kendo of the Samurai.

This profound work is guaranteed to raise the bar and demand debate on this ancient art. In-depth discussions on the theory of regulating the body, breathing, mind, qi and spirit will offer experienced and novice Taiji practitioners a treasure chest of knowledge and debate.

Designed to present Tai Chi as a tool for personal development and as a metaphor for living life in the clearest and most deliberate manner.

In 108 Insights into Tai Chi Chuan, thirty-year practitioner Michael Gilman discusses important elements of Tai Chi practice: breathing, body mechanics, Chi, and more.

Undoubtedly the most popular martial arts system in the world. Follow a pioneer of Taekwondo who helped to establish the art in America when nobody knew what it was.

When Karate or Ti was first developed in Okinawa it was about using technique and extraordinary power to end a fight instantly. These old ways of generating remarkable power are still accessible, but they are purposefully hidden in Sanchin Kata for the truly dedicated to find. This book reveals the very foundation of the kata.

This book explains how the use of Kata and prearranged training rituals evolved. It examines the relationship and similarities between Kata, dance and poetry.

Although millions of people around the world practice this fascinating art, very few know the real story behind it.

A typhoon brings the renowned karate master Chojun Miyagi into the life of young Kenichi Ota, who must prove himself before he can enter the master's inner circle. As once-peaceful Okinawa prepares for war, master and student venture to China in search of the deepest meaning of karate. After the attack on Pearl Harbor, the tides of war turn against Japan and an American invasion fleet approaches Okinawa. Kenichi is conscripted as a runner for the Japanese general staff and finds himself in the epicenter of the Battle of Okinawa. In the aftermath, he must fight again to rebuild the shattered hopes of his people and to preserve his master's art of karate.

Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) has been known for centuries to promote deep relaxation and excellent health, to prevent injuries and illnesses, and to improve martial skills. Tai Chi has steadily become a popular form of mind/body exercise. This book introduces the history and underlying principles of Tai Chi Chuan from a modern perspective.

This book explores Shaolin Chin Na by presenting 150 techniques with detailed instructions for teaching yourself.

Use too much force and you are going to jail. Use too little force and you're in for a world of hurt. Conflict and violence cover a broad range of behaviors, from intimidation to murder, and they require an equally broad range of responses. A kind word will not resolve all situations, nor will wristlocks, punches or even a gun. In Scaling Force the authors introduce you to the full range of options, from skillfully doing nothing to applying deadly force. They realistically guide you through understanding the limits of each type of force, when specific levels may be appropriate, the circumstances under which you may have to apply them, and the potential cost, legally and personally, of your decision. Level 1 ¿ Presence. Staving off violence using body language alone. Level 2 ¿ Voice. Verbally de-escalating conflict before physical methods become necessary. Level 3 ¿ Touch. Defusing an impending threat or gaining compliance via touch. Level 4 ¿ Empty-Hand Restraint. Controlling a threat through pain or forcing compliance through leverage. Level 5 ¿ Less-Lethal Force. Incapacitating a threat while minimizing the likelihood of fatality or permanent injury. Level 6 ¿ Lethal Force. Stopping a threat with techniques or implements likely to cause death or grievous bodily harm. It is vital to enter this scale at the right level, and to articulate why what you did was appropriate. If you do not know how to succeed at all six levels there are situations in which you will have no appropriate options. More often than not, that will end badly.

In the course of a single week, everything Sam Reeves believed in, everything he knew, everyone he trusted, all would be put on the line. For a family he never knew he had. Detective Sam Reeves, a 34-year-old martial arts instructor, has a solid fifteen-year record as a good police officer with the Portland Police Department. For the first time, Sam is forced to take a life in the line of duty and despite the findings of "good shoot" he struggles to recuperate psychologically from the killing. Facing up to his fears Sam returns to work and then within days is forced to fire his weapon again- killing two more people. With his spirit almost broken, Sam meets a stranger...a man who claims to be his father. "Impossible", Sam reasons-his father died in a North Vietnamese prison camp...a long time ago. This odd man, named Samuel, is as convincing as he is quirky and is revealed to be a phenomenal martial artist, the likes of which Detective Sam Reeves has never encountered. This 'Samuel' comes out of nowhere, equipped with a family in Vietnam and a daughter named Mai who is about to graduate from Portland State University. With a series of interlocked events of violence: a revenge-seeking uncle, the destruction of his martial arts school, his new father's connection to some lethal Vietnamese outlaws, Sam's life spirals into a dreadful new direction. This high-octane martial arts thriller will have you gripped from the start. You'll never complain about a hard week again.

ild Goose Qigong covers the simple yet effective exercises that the Chinese Masters developed centuries ago to keep you young, beautiful and healthy.

Hit harder, kick faster, jump higher! World champion Tom Seabourne presents dynamic strength and flexibility training, up-to-date nutrition information, and mind/body training for champion martial arts competitors of every style.

One of China's top wrestling champions shows you how to take down any opponent.

Preparing you for what to expect in your Tai Chi journey, this book offers practical advice, observations, and training exercises for anyone on the path.

Wounded in battle (900 A. D.), a near dead Celtic warrior is taken by Viken raiders and sold into a Baghdad slave market. He is dragged further East, through the desert, into the 'Middle Kingdom' where he is bought by a Taoist Priest and his beautiful daughter.

Discover the remarkable health and spiritual benefits of Tai Chi, with this user friendly motivational pocket guide.

Cooperation, Compliance, Control.In a free and peaceful society where so many have been taught that all violence is wrong, citizens are often confused and dismayed when officers use force, even when the force is perfectly lawful and justified.This book allows you to ''take'' a basic USE OF FORCE class just as if you were a rookie at the police academy. Below are some highlights of what is included in ''your'' basic use of force class:SECTION 1. TRAINING. I explain policy and laws that officers are taught. We examine use of force, how to define a threat, and the difference between excessive force and unnecessary force.SECTION 2. CHECKS AND BALANCES. This section explains how an officer''s decisions are examined if suspected of being bad decisions.SECTION 3. EXPERIENCE. We explore how officers see the world that they live in. Somewhere in the fog between training and experience, the officer has to make a decision. Sometimes decisions will be made in a fraction of a second and on partial information. Sometimes a decision will change the lives of everyone involved—forever.SECTION 4. ABOUT YOU. Review what you should have learned. Why does community action fail? What is it that can really be done? Know how to behave when faced by an officer. Until this section, I have tried to put you in the headspace of an officer, giving you an overview of his training and a taste of his experiences. Now I will try to let you feel like a suspect.That''s a lot of mind bending for one book. Get plenty of sleep and drink lots of water.Any civilian, law enforcement officer or martial artist interested in self-defense, or anyone wanting to understand the duties and responsibilities of civilians and police officers needs to read this book.

To be successful with tai chi you need to stay motivated to practice. This book shows you how to change it from a mere act of doing tai chi to a long-term sustainable exercise that inspires pure joy in your heart.

Suitable for all students of tai chi, this edition includes an easy-to-follow layout. It features sections that offer a brief history of Tai Chi, the role of qi in tai chi, and detailed instructions on how to generate amazing "natural" physical power. Each technique is presented in large photographs with detailed instructions.

Healing with herbs has long been a tradition in the martial arts. This book investigates sixty-four herbs that are readily available in North America and Europe. It discusses the evidence for their effectiveness, the evidence for their safety, and how specifically to use them to enhance martial arts and contact sports training.

A beginner's tai chi book. It offers a history of Tai Chi, fundamental training routines, and guidance on incorporating important energy work (Qigong) into your Tai Chi practice.

For Women everywhere: learn to cultivate and use your Life Force, for Joyful living.

After he accidentally killed a young boy, Portland Police Detective Sam Reeves travels to Saigon, Vietnam to visit his newly found family. Although he hopes to find peace and refuge, Sam, along with his family and friends, suddenly find themselves thrust into a nightmarish world of sex trafficking, and a deadly warehouse of Buddha statues.

Suitable for men ages 15 to 35, this book provides information about street survival. It explains how to use awareness, avoidance, and de-escalation to help stave off violence.

Sardili, born of the warrior caste, would rather seek enlightenment rather than follow his family's military legacy and sets out on a lifelong quest for truth and wisdom. This title describes the adventures of Sardili who becomes the Buddhist monk, Bodhidharma.

Inside you will find everything you need to reach the rank of Black Belt in most Taekwondo schools. With over 1400 illustrations, this reissued edition preserves the quality of the critically acclaimed cloth edition used by thousands of students over the last 30 years.

Practitioners of a secret healing art that bestows immortality and more, Sanfeng and Zetian are brother and sister and have lived together in China for more than 3000 years. Now, in the near future of 2009, they face an enemy they recognize from their childhood, a terrifying disease that left them orphaned and alone in the world.