Martial Arts Workout

Sensei Harry Cook talks about writing the second (and third!) editions of his seminal book Shotokan Karate: A precise history. For more information about Harry www.seijinkai.com/

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This sample video is from the DVD that came with Tadahiko Otsuka’s 468-page reprinted book. Originally published in 1977, this 13-book set known as “Goju Kensha Karatedo Goju-ryu Kyohon, Shidoin Course” which translates as “Goju-ryu Karatedo Complete Teaching Guide for Teachers.” This set of books set a standard that other karate books have not been able to accomplish. The original 13-book series from 1977 is extremely rare, and if you were to find it, then be prepared to spend at least $800 to $1000 for it. The book boasts literally 1000s of pictures and no karate library should be without this book. This book/DVD set can be purchased on ebay. All 13 books have been condensed into one hardback heavy volume. On ebay search for “TADAHIKO OTSUKA 468pg BIBLE Okinawa Goju-ryu Karate”

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Technorati Tags: belt, black, Chojun, Choki, Funakoshi, Genwa, Gichin, goju-ryu, history, isshin-ryu, karate, kata, kobudo, kumite, master, Miyagi, Motobu, Nakasone, Okinawa, Okinawan, Otsuka, Shinken, shito-ryu, shorin-ryu, Tadahiko, Taira, traditional, uechi-ryu

This sample video is from the DVD that came with Tadahiko Otsuka’s 468-page reprinted book. Originally published in 1977, this 13-book set known as “Goju Kensha Karatedo Goju-ryu Kyohon, Shidoin Course” which translates as “Goju-ryu Karatedo Complete Teaching Guide for Teachers.” This set of books set a standard that other karate books have not been able to accomplish. The original 13-book series from 1977 is extremely rare, and if you were to find it, then be prepared to spend at least $800 to $1000 for it. The book boasts literally 1000s of pictures and no karate library should be without this book. This book/DVD set can be purchased on ebay. All 13 books have been condensed into one hardback heavy volume. On ebay search for “TADAHIKO OTSUKA 468pg BIBLE Okinawa Goju-ryu Karate”

Duration : 0:1:40

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Technorati Tags: belt, black, Chojun, Choki, Funakoshi, Genwa, Gichin, goju-ryu, history, isshin-ryu, karate, kata, kobudo, kumite, master, Miyagi, Motobu, Nakasone, Okinawa, Okinawan, Otsuka, Shinken, shito-ryu, shorin-ryu, Tadahiko, Taira, traditional, uechi-ryu

I don’t think I’ve ever done one of these, but after getting my hands on this book, I just had to do this. The book, Chinese Martial Arts Training Manuals: A Historical Survey (written by Brian Kennedy and Elizabeth Guo), is one of the better ones I’ve read regarding the history of Chinese Martial Arts, and it’s a must for any serious traditional Chinese Martial Arts student. Not only does it go into great detail about the beloved tomes containing precious nuggets of combat information, but it also does a great job at destroying the myths so associated with Chinese Martial arts, such as how it originated, what it was used for, the role chi actually plays, the true nature of the average ancient Chinese Martial Artist and much more. That aspect alone is why I can’t recommend this book enough.

Seriously, if you’re a martial artist, and/or this interests you in the slightest, get this book. It’s well worth the cash you’ll plunk down for it.

UPDATE: I’ve just found out that this book is now OUT OF PRINT! That’s a shame, considering that this is a very good book. Some bookstores still have it though. and I’m sure you can find used copies on Amazon. Nab this while you can guys.

Soundtrack:

Miles Davis – All Blues

Duration : 0:8:2

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Technorati Tags: Book review, Chinese Martial arts, facts, history, mythbusting, myths, research

I don’t think I’ve ever done one of these, but after getting my hands on this book, I just had to do this. The book, Chinese Martial Arts Training Manuals: A Historical Survey (written by Brian Kennedy and Elizabeth Guo), is one of the better ones I’ve read regarding the history of Chinese Martial Arts, and it’s a must for any serious traditional Chinese Martial Arts student. Not only does it go into great detail about the beloved tomes containing precious nuggets of combat information, but it also does a great job at destroying the myths so associated with Chinese Martial arts, such as how it originated, what it was used for, the role chi actually plays, the true nature of the average ancient Chinese Martial Artist and much more. That aspect alone is why I can’t recommend this book enough.

Seriously, if you’re a martial artist, and/or this interests you in the slightest, get this book. It’s well worth the cash you’ll plunk down for it.

UPDATE: I’ve just found out that this book is now OUT OF PRINT! That’s a shame, considering that this is a very good book. Some bookstores still have it though. and I’m sure you can find used copies on Amazon. Nab this while you can guys.

Soundtrack:

Miles Davis – All Blues

Duration : 0:8:2

(more…)

Technorati Tags: Book review, Chinese Martial arts, facts, history, mythbusting, myths, research

This sample video is from the DVD that came with Tadahiko Otsuka’s 468-page reprinted book. Originally published in 1977, this 13-book set known as “Goju Kensha Karatedo Goju-ryu Kyohon, Shidoin Course” which translates as “Goju-ryu Karatedo Complete Teaching Guide for Teachers.” This set of books set a standard that other karate books have not been able to accomplish. The original 13-book series from 1977 is extremely rare, and if you were to find it, then be prepared to spend at least $800 to $1000 for it. The book boasts literally 1000s of pictures and no karate library should be without this book. This book/DVD set can be purchased on ebay. All 13 books have been condensed into one hardback heavy volume. On ebay search for “TADAHIKO OTSUKA 468pg BIBLE Okinawa Goju-ryu Karate”

Duration : 0:1:14

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Technorati Tags: belt, black, Chojun, Choki, Funakoshi, Genwa, Gichin, goju-ryu, history, isshin-ryu, karate, kata, kobudo, kumite, master, Miyagi, Motobu, Nakasone, Okinawa, Okinawan, Otsuka, Shinken, shito-ryu, shorin-ryu, Tadahiko, Taira, traditional, uechi-ryu

This sample video is from the DVD that came with Tadahiko Otsuka’s 468-page reprinted book. Originally published in 1977, this 13-book set known as “Goju Kensha Karatedo Goju-ryu Kyohon, Shidoin Course” which translates as “Goju-ryu Karatedo Complete Teaching Guide for Teachers.” This set of books set a standard that other karate books have not been able to accomplish. The original 13-book series from 1977 is extremely rare, and if you were to find it, then be prepared to spend at least $800 to $1000 for it. The book boasts literally 1000s of pictures and no karate library should be without this book. This book/DVD set can be purchased on ebay. All 13 books have been condensed into one hardback heavy volume. On ebay search for “TADAHIKO OTSUKA 468pg BIBLE Okinawa Goju-ryu Karate”

Duration : 0:1:43

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Technorati Tags: belt, black, Chojun, Choki, Funakoshi, Genwa, Gichin, goju-ryu, history, isshin-ryu, karate, kata, kobudo, kumite, master, Miyagi, Motobu, Nakasone, Okinawa, Okinawan, Otsuka, Shinken, shito-ryu, shorin-ryu, Tadahiko, Taira, traditional, uechi-ryu

This sample video is from the DVD that came with Tadahiko Otsuka’s 468-page reprinted book. Originally published in 1977, this 13-book set known as “Goju Kensha Karatedo Goju-ryu Kyohon, Shidoin Course” which translates as “Goju-ryu Karatedo Complete Teaching Guide for Teachers.” This set of books set a standard that other karate books have not been able to accomplish. The original 13-book series from 1977 is extremely rare, and if you were to find it, then be prepared to spend at least $800 to $1000 for it. The book boasts literally 1000s of pictures and no karate library should be without this book. This book/DVD set can be purchased on ebay. All 13 books have been condensed into one hardback heavy volume. On ebay search for “TADAHIKO OTSUKA 468pg BIBLE Okinawa Goju-ryu Karate”

Duration : 0:1:22

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Technorati Tags: belt, black, Chojun, Choki, Funakoshi, Genwa, Gichin, goju-ryu, history, isshin-ryu, karate, kata, kobudo, kumite, master, Miyagi, Motobu, Nakasone, Okinawa, Okinawan, Otsuka, Shinken, shito-ryu, shorin-ryu, Tadahiko, Taira, traditional, uechi-ryu