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It's a classic, with over 750,000 copies sold! The world's greatest karate master, and the founder of modern day karate, Mas Oyama, reveals his philosophy and technique for practicing one of the world's greatest martial arts. With more than 1,300 photos that break down each movement and exercise, the Master describes every important aspect of karate. It all begins with the basic elements and leads up through set combinations, sparring, and even Tameshiwari, the art of breaking wood and other materials with your fist. From hand to foot, there's a technique to build strength, control, precision, and agility. Try various fists, handswords, foot and upper body work, preparations for the roundhouse block, 16 different stances, numerous defensive moves, and Katas, karate's set and levelled combinations that must be practiced to perfection. Everything the budding black belt needs is right here.Product Identifiers
PublisherSterling Publishing Co INC International Concepts
ISBN-139781402712876
eBay Product ID (ePID)90251107
Product Key Features
Book TitleMas Oyama's Classic Karate
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2005
GenreSports
Number of Pages256 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height255mm
Item Width205mm
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States