The Book of Five Rings
Written by the legendary master swordsman and undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi in 1643, The Book of Five Rings is an enduring piece of literature that delves deeply into the complex art of strategy and confrontation. At its core, the book outlines Musashi's timeless theories on the intricacies of warfare, personal development, and the pursuit of mastery. Composed during his later...Paperback$2100Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayBaddest Man
From the acclaimed New York Times bestselling author whose coverage of Mike Tyson and his inner circle dates back to the 1980s, comes a magnificent noir epic about fame, race, greed, criminality, trauma, and the creation of the most feared and mesmerizing fighter in boxing history. On a defining evening of the 1980s, Donald Trump hosted celebrities and high rollers...Paperback$3299Elsewhere:$4000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayBeyond Life and Death
From martial arts icon and global film star Jet Li comes a revelatory, profound and inspiring guide to self-mastery and spiritual wisdom, distilled into 10 essential life lessons. Martial arts legend and international movie star Jet Li distils 10 powerful insights from his iconic career, his personal life and philosophies, and his 30-year Buddhist practice. Jet Li's story defies legend....Paperback$3299Elsewhere:$4000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayHitman
Hitman is the international bestseller by 'the living legend of wrestling' - The Sun. Amazingly detailed and meticulously crafted ... Hitman will stand the test of time as one of the definitive wrestling biographies - Publishers Weekly. Bret Hart still makes me believe that wrestling is good - Hulk Hogan. Packed with drugs, sex, vicious family in-fighting and tales of...Paperback$2700Elsewhere:$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayComplete Musashi: The Book of Five Rings and Other Works
The culmination of 25 years of research, Alex Bennett's groundbreaking English translation of Miyamoto Musashi's The Book of Five Rings reveals the true meaning of the original work. This piece of writing by famed samurai Musashi (1584-1645) is the single-most influential work on samurai swordsmanship, offering insights into samurai history, the Zen Buddhist state of "no-mind" that enables warriors to...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayBreathe
Breathe is a captivating memoir from Rickson Gracie, the legendary master of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). This insightful narrative intricately weaves together the story of Gracie’s illustrious career with the broader historical backdrop of the Gracie family dynasty. Through this eloquent blend, readers discover how the deep connection between mind and body can be harnessed for triumph...Paperback$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayT'ai Chi For Dummies
For nearly 5,000 years, people have practised T'ai Chi as a way to prolong life, build strength and stamina, improve concentration, and achieve psychological balance. Hundreds of millions of satisfied customers can't be wrong. Whether you already dabble in T'ai Chi and would like to get a deeper understanding of the basics, or you're only thinking about trying it and...Paperback$4799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayThe Book of Five Rings
A new, delightfully readable translation of the classic manifesto on swordsmanship, strategy, and winning by the legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi. When the undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi retreated to a cave in 1643 and wrote The Book of Five Rings, a manifesto on swordsmanship, strategy, and winning for his students and generations of samurai to come, he created one of the...Hardback$3900Elsewhere:$4299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayUndisputed Truth
One of the most talked-about and best-selling books of recent years, Undisputed Truth is the no-holds-barred autobiography of a sporting legend driven to the brink of self-destruction. This compelling bestseller delves deep into the raw and riveting story of Mike Tyson, offering an in-depth look into his tumultuous life and career. Co-written with Larry Sloman, author of Anthony Kiedis’s best-selling...Paperback$2899Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayBecky Lynch: The Man
The Sunday Times bestseller - now in paperback By age seven, Rebecca Quin, now known in the ring as Becky Lynch, was already defying what the world expected of her. Raised in Dublin, Ireland in a devoutly Catholic family, Rebecca constantly invented new ways to make her mother worry - roughhousing with the neighbourhood kids, getting older and hosting secret...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayBe Water, My Friend
Be Water, My Friend, written by Shannon Lee, is a profound and enlightening exploration of the life philosophies of the legendary martial artist and film icon Bruce Lee, as seen through the eyes of his daughter. In this compelling guide, Shannon Lee invites readers to delve deeper into Bruce Lee's wisdom, which extends far beyond his celebrated physical prowess. This...Hardback$3300Elsewhere:$3700Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayShane Cameron
This is the gripping, often surprising story of one of New Zealand's toughest and most resilient fighters. Shane Cameron rose from humble beginnings to become a dominant force in the Australasian heavyweight division. Known for his explosive power and fearless fighting style, Cameron captured multiple national titles and fought 'The Fight of the Century' against David Tua in the biggest...Paperback$3299Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableOut 3 Aug 2026Pre-orderLords of the Ring
For years, wrestling has operated as an unregulated soap opera with controversial storylines and presentations. In a world where fact and fiction is regularly blurred, where Black heritage characters were often presented as savages or ex-prisoners, and women wrestlers mainly took part in 'lingerie' matches, this book explores characters and stereotypes in the wrestling industry and attempts to get to...Paperback$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayKarate for Kids
A fun and accessible introduction to studying karate designed specifically with the interests and capabilities of young martial artists in mind. First-time martial arts students are not just starting a program of physical and mental practice. They are entering a new world—one that not only has new rules, new goals, and even new clothing—but that also offers them lots of...Hardback$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayIron Ambition
The story of the relationship between the most devastating heavyweight boxer in history and the mentor who made him. When legendary boxing trainer Cus D'Amato saw thirteen-year-old Mike Tyson spar in the ring, he proclaimed, "That's the heavyweight champion of the world". D'Amato played a huge role in Tyson's formative years, legally adopting him at age sixteen, and shaping him...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayBorn To Fight
There's more than a few instances in this biography of UFC cult favourite Mark Hunt that make you shake your head in can't-make-this-stuff-up disbelief - Inside Sport. A powerful story of sadness, hope, pride, honour and triumph from the real-life Rocky! Raw, confronting and honest, UFC champion Mark Hunt's inspiring autobiography shows it is possible to defy the odds and...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayThe Way of the Fight
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the world’s most popular UFC fighter, Georges “Rush” St. Pierre, comes a startlingly honest portrait of a fighter’s journey, highlighting the lessons that propelled his rise from bullying victim to internationally celebrated athlete and champion. There’s more to winning battles than fists and feet For world-renowned professional fighter Georges St-Pierre, the greatest asset is...Paperback$2300Elsewhere:$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayDesktop Boxing
Did you just get reamed out by your boss? Did Bob in accounting eat your sandwich out of the fridge again? Don't take your stress out on your coworkers; take it out on this mini punching bag! Desktop Boxing is the perfect desk accessory for inconspicuous yet effective stress relief, and everyone from 9-to-5ers to boxing fans will enjoy this...Set$1800Elsewhere:$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayGloves Off
The unflinching autobiography from the two-time world heavyweight champion and British People's Champion, Tyson Fury, now out in paperback, Gloves Off is an enthralling journey into the life of one of boxing's most charismatic and controversial figures. From his humble beginnings to his meteoric rise and dramatic falls, Fury’s story is a testament to the indomitable human spirit. In this...Paperback$2800Elsewhere:$3000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayBruce Lee Artist of Life
Named one of TIME magazine's 100 Greatest Men of the Century, Bruce Lee's impact and influence has only grown since his untimely death in 1973. Part of the seven-volume Bruce Lee Library, this installment of the famed martial artist's private notebooks allows his legions of fans to learn more about the man whose groundbreaking action films sparked a worldwide interest...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayBreath of the Dragon
Sixteen-year-old Jun dreams of proving his worth as a warrior in the elite Guardian's Tournament, held every six years to entrust the magical Scroll of Heaven to a new protector. Eager to prove his skills, Jun hopes that a win will restore his father's pride—righting a horrible mistake that caused their banishment from his home, mother, and twin brother. But...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todaySixteenth Round
Rubin "Hurricane" Carter was riding a wave of success. The survivor of a difficult childhood and youth, he rose to become a top contender for the middleweight boxing crown. But his career crashed to a halt on May 26, 1967, when he and another man were found guilty of the murder of three white people in a New Jersey bar...Paperback$3599Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayGreat Lives in Graphics: Muhammad Ali
Great Lives in Graphics: Muhammad Ali is an illustrated retelling of Ali's life and sporting career, encompassing topics from the history of boxing to the Civil Rights movement in the US. You may already know that Muhammad Ali was one of the greatest boxers and sports personalities of all time—an Olympic gold medallist and three-time world heavyweight champion. But did...Hardback$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayA History of the Samurai
A History of the Samurai tells the complete story of Japan's legendary warrior class from beginning to end—an epic tale of intrigue, bloodshed, and bravery that is central to an understanding of the Japanese character and Japanese history. It describes in detail the core Samurai philosophy of Bushido, 'the way of the warrior', a complex code of conduct embracing ideals...Hardback$3499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayThere's Just One Problem...
Former WWE head writer Brian Gewirtz brings readers behind the scenes for an unprecedented look at the chaotic, surreal, unbelievable backstage world of the WWE. With untold stories from a career spanning over 15 years and featuring the biggest names and controversial moments in wrestling history, There's Just One Problem... is an honest, unflinching look at how an introverted life-long...Hardback$5999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayImmortals of American Boxing
The ultimate tribute to the sport of boxing, this fully illustrated book curated by award-winning boxing writer Don Stradley profiles the United States' greatest boxers. Whether you're a die-hard boxing fan or new to the sport, this is a must-read celebration of the champions who defined boxing history. Over 100 historic images capture the power, strength, and success of legendary...Hardback$4199Elsewhere:$5299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayOur Fight
An inspirational story of resilience and recovery from UFC and WWE legend, Ronda Rousey. From Sunday Times bestselling author, British Sports Book of the Year Award winner, and trailblazing athlete Ronda Rousey, comes an unfiltered and entertaining chronicle of her last decade, tackling not only UFC and WWE but also parenthood, overcoming adversity, and finding meaning in life's journey. You...Paperback$3000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayComfort in Darkness
A masterwork from the world's greatest Jiu Jitsu fighter and international bestselling author of BREATHE. A mythic figure in fighting and a legendary member of the “first family of martial arts,” Rickson Gracie is considered the godfather of what we recognise today as Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Although Rickson’s three decades of total dominance in Jiu Jitsu is astounding, even...Paperback$3400Elsewhere:$3799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayMusashi's Book of Five Rings
Musashi's Book of Five Rings is a compelling exploration of martial arts philosophy written by the legendary Japanese swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. This seminal work, composed in 1645, delves into the intricacies of strategy, discipline, and the warrior's path. The book is divided into five chapters, known as "rings," each focusing on a different aspect of combat and tactics: Earth, Water,...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayMike Tyson
It all began with an art school photography assignment: Lori Grinker was shooting a project on young boxers under the guidance of the legendary trainer Cus D'Amato. While photographing others, Cus wandered over and asked why Lori wasn't shooting the bigger kid in the corner working a speed bag - he would one day be the heavyweight champion of the...Hardback$8999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayA Hero Born
NOW A RECORD-BREAKING FILM STARRING THE UNTAMED'S XIAO ZHAN The Chinese LORD OF THE RINGS - now in English for the first time. The series every Chinese reader has been enjoying for decades - 300 million copies sold. One of TIME magazine's 100 Best Fantasy Novels of All Time. "Jin Yong's work, in the Chinese-speaking world, has a cultural currency...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableBackorderShips late AugustAikido and the Dynamic Sphere
Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere neutralises aggression and renders attackers harmless. By controlling body position and harmonising their vital physical and mental powers, anyone—regardless of size, strength or weight—can fend off attacks using this sophisticated martial art. This classic text—now available for the first time in paperback—reveals the secrets which enable the stunning control practised in Aikido and is highly...Paperback$6200Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksBruce Lee Striking Thoughts
Within the pages of Bruce Lee Striking Thoughts, you will find the secrets of Bruce Lee's amazing success—as an actor, martial artist, and inspiration to the world. Consisting of eight sections, Bruce Lee Striking Thoughts covers 72 topics and 825 aphorisms—from spirituality to personal liberation, and from family life to filmmaking—all of which Bruce lived by.Paperback$4100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksBruce Lee Letters of the Dragon
So much has been written about Bruce Lee—the martial arts superstar whose combination of strength, agility, and charisma are legendary. But seldom are we able to peel back the veneer of Lee's public image to view his true character. Bruce Lee Letters of the Dragon does just that, offering a highly personal view of the man through letters written to...Paperback$4100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksShaolin Spirit
A contemporary Shaolin Master shares the wisdom and philosophy of the ancient tradition that has captured the imagination of millions worldwide. What do you imagine when you think of Shaolin? Ferociously strong warriors flying through the air? Shaolin is more than just the physical expression of martial arts. Rooted in Zen and Tao philosophy, it also offers a way of...Paperback$4000Elsewhere:$4500Unit price /UnavailableBackorderShips mid AugustThe Warrior Mindset
Foreword by Tom Hardy As a ten-time Brazilian jiu jitsu World Champion and a former MMA World Champion, Roger Gracie is widely considered to be the greatest practitioner of Brazilian jiu jitsu of all time. His grandfather, the great Carlos Gracie, was the architect of modern day Brazilian jiu jitsu and for Roger, growing up in the famous Gracie family,...Paperback$3999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksHagakure
The principal pillars of Bushido—the Samurai warrior's code—are loyalty, filial piety, bravery and mercy. Tsunetomo Yamamoto, the author of Hagakure, lived his life based on these principles and was willing to sacrifice his own life for them when his liege and master died. However, Shogunate law forbade Samurai retainers from taking their lives in this way, so Yamamoto became a...Paperback$3499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 1 weekThe Steps
The long-awaited memoir from a true Hollywood icon. We know Sylvester Stallone as one of the most revered actors, writers, and directors of all time, yet his life story is every bit as dramatic, intense, and inspiring as his greatest creations on screen. Bringing together a no-holds-barred account of a fascinating life with messages of hope, positivity, and resilience, in...Paperback$3299Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableOut 29 Sep 2026Pre-orderThe Book of Five Rings
"You can attain an understanding with which to win against ten thousand." Toward the end of his life, the great samurai warrior Miyamoto Musashi set down the secrets of his legendary success—the timeless principles of craft, skill, timing, and spirit that result in victory. His emphasis on strategic thinking, concentration, appropriate caution, choice of weapon, and the work ethic reflects...Paperback$3000Unit price /UnavailableBackorderShips mid AugustBruce Lee Words of the Dragon
Words of the Dragon is an anthology of newspaper and magazine interviews from 1958 to 1973, revealing Bruce Lee's own fascinating words and explanations about Bruce himself, his art, and philosophy. Interesting and insightful, Words of the Dragon provides the reader with a means to understand the real Bruce Lee, offering us a unique keyhole through which to view the...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 1 weekPunishing Pressure Points
TEACH YOURSELF PRESSURE POINT FIGHTING! Just when you thought Sammy Franco's best-selling Combat Pressure Points book could not be surpassed, Punishing Pressure Points is finally here! Punishing Pressure Points is the second book in our pressure point fighting series that teaches you quick and easy pain compliance techniques that will bring the most powerful attacker to his knees in agony....Paperback$5700Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksLook Twice
Tim Beard—a career security professional who honed his expert skills in the US Marines and CIA's Clandestine Service—shows you the very secrets he has used to stay alive in risky situations in the most dangerous places on earth, secrets you can use to avoid becoming the next victim of a terrible crime. You may think you have no control over...Paperback$5300Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksHell in Boots
NATIONAL BESTSELLER An eye-opening memoir from WWE legend Saraya-Jade Bevis chronicling her “inspiring” (Sports Illustrated) journey through wrestling stardom, family drama, personal struggles, and resilience in the competitive world of professional wrestling. Saraya-Jade Bevis was the youngest two-time WWE Divas Champion and the inaugural NXT Women’s Champion. She ranked first in Pro Wrestling Illustrated’s Female 50 and was named Diva...Paperback$5100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksKing of the World
It was the night of February 25, 1964. A cloud of cigar smoke drifted through the ring lights. Cassius Clay threw punches into the grey floating haze and waited for the bell. When Cassius Clay burst onto the sports scene in the 1950s, he broke the mould. He changed the world of sports and went on to change the world...Paperback$2299Elsewhere:$2800Unit price /UnavailableOut 1 Sep 2026Pre-orderFights Worth Fighting
Fights Worth Fighting by Dolph Lundgren is a powerful and unflinchingly honest memoir from one of the most enduring icons of action cinema. Best known for his role as Ivan Drago in Rocky IV, Lundgren skyrocketed to fame in the 1980s and has since built a remarkable career spanning over a hundred films—including producing, writing, and directing multiple projects. But...Hardback$4700Unit price /UnavailableOut 15 Sep 2026Pre-orderBaddest Man
From the acclaimed New York Times bestselling author whose coverage of Mike Tyson and his inner circle dates back to the 1980s, a magnificent noir epic about fame, race, greed, criminality, trauma, and the creation of the most feared and mesmerizing fighter in boxing history. On a defining evening of the 1980s, Donald Trump hosted celebrities and high rollers in...Paperback$3000Unit price /UnavailableOut 1 Sep 2026Pre-orderLords of the Ring
'Brilliant and electrifying... I loved every trash-talking, spandex-wearing and body-slamming page of it' Dan Schreiber, Host of 'No Such Thing As A Fish' A behind-the-scenes look at the weird and wonderful world of professional wrestling. Wrestling is at a new peak of popularity, but for years it has operated as an unregulated soap opera with controversial storylines and surprising presentations....Hardback$7000Unit price /UnavailableOut 29 Sep 2026Pre-orderThe Warrior Mindset
Foreword by Tom Hardy As a ten-time Brazilian jiu jitsu World Champion and a former MMA World Champion, Roger Gracie is widely considered to be the greatest practitioner of Brazilian jiu jitsu of all time. His grandfather, the great Carlos Gracie, was the architect of modern day Brazilian jiu jitsu, and for Roger, growing up in the famous Gracie family,...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableOut 18 Aug 2026Pre-orderThe Book of Five Rings
Along with Sun Tzu's The Art of War, The Book of Five Rings is considered to be one of the most insightful texts on the subtle arts of confrontation and victory to emerge from Asia. It analyses the process of struggle and mastery over conflict that underlies every level of human interaction. For Musashi, the way of the martial arts...Paperback$4600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksWomen in Judo
This is the first book to explore women’s judo in all aspects, from the history and governance of the sport to cutting-edge sport science perspectives. The book examines the story of judo for women and how the history of the sport has paralleled the cultural and social challenges faced by women in both the East and the West. It considers...Paperback$4699Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksVisualizing Flow
Visualizing Flow is a training companion that provides current Pekiti Tirsia Kali practitioners with a visual guide to the principles and strategies of Pekiti Tirsia Kali. Discover the simplicity and complexity of Grandtuhon Gaje's combat geometry through matrices and formulas that are meticulously mapped and coded. By fostering geometric thinking, this book aims to deepen your knowledge and improve your...Paperback$8999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksTaming the Beast
Mike Tyson is a cultural phenomenon: heavyweight boxing champion, author, movie actor, Broadway star, tiger owner, felon, tabloid gossip mainstay. His memoir, Undisputed Truth, was a New York Times bestseller. While no one is disputing the truth he tells in his book, it is clear that he has not told the entire story. That task goes to his one-time best...Paperback$3999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksChampions of the Octagon
Learn the stories, history, and strategy of the sport's greatest champions—in their own words! Mixed martial arts (MMA) has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. With Dana White helping bring Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) to prominence and respectability, as well as Conor McGregor becoming one of the sport's biggest stars, fans are skipping the squared circle for...Hardback$5499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksA History of Chinese Martial Arts
Chinese martial arts have a long, meaningful history and deep cultural roots. They blend the physical components of combat with strategy, philosophy, and tradition, distinguishing them from Western sports. A History of Chinese Martial Arts is the most authoritative study ever written on this topic, featuring contributions from leading Chinese scholars and practitioners. The book provides a comprehensive overview of...Paperback$10400Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksA History of Chinese Martial Arts
Chinese martial arts have a long, meaningful history and deep cultural roots. They blend the physical components of combat with strategy, philosophy and tradition, distinguishing them from Western sports. A History of Chinese Martial Arts is the most authoritative study ever written on this topic, featuring contributions from leading Chinese scholars and practitioners. The book provides a comprehensive overview of...Hardback$34100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksWinning Judo
Winning Judo offers realistic and practical instruction for success in competitive judo. Written for both beginner and experienced athletes, author Steve Scott shares the skills you need to be successful at all levels of competitive judo. He will teach you how to train your body, enhance your competition skill set, and establish a winning mental game. You will learn how...Paperback$6700Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksWinning Fights
Winning Fights focuses on 2,500 years of proven fighting principles originating from Eastern concepts and proceeding to the modern era. Like The Art of War and The Book of Five Rings, many of its lessons also apply to the world of business and negotiation. Dr. Phillip Stephens conducted extensive research in developing this work. He drew from his years of...Paperback$3999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksWing Chun In-Depth
AWARDS Winner - Sports, American Legacy Book Awards, 2023 Finalist - Sports, Best Books Awards, 2023 A rare, in-depth look at the history, teachings, and wider implications of Wing Chun. Wing Chun In-Depth offers a historical overview of the art’s development, examining how to properly approach training for fighting skills that give you an edge in street defence. It presents...Paperback$6500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksTraining for Sudden Violence
The speed and brutality of a predatory attack can shock even an experienced martial artist. The sudden chaos, the cascade of stress hormones—you feel as though time slows down. In reality, the assault is over in an instant. How does anyone prepare for that? As a former corrections sergeant and tactical team leader, Rory Miller is a proven survivor. He...Paperback$5400Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Secret Art of Pressure Point Fighting
TARGET YOUR OPPONENT'S VITAL POINTS TO DISABLE ANYONE USING MINIMAL FORCE Over 300 step-by-step photos show each point and strike. Written by a 9th-Dan Master and renowned expert on pressure point fighting. Martial arts lore tells of masters who possessed a mysterious ability to defeat an opponent with a single perfectly placed blow. The Secret Art of Pressure Point Fighting...Paperback$5300Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Sambo Encyclopedia
A fast and powerful style that excels in throwing and ground fighting Sambo is considered one of the most effective, technically diverse, and dynamic modern sport fighting styles ever devised. Developed in the Soviet Union and based on Kodokan Judo and wrestling, sambo emphasizes utility over aesthetics. The end result is a fast-paced and powerful system that excels in both...Hardback$14300Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Judo Advantage
This book explains the principles behind judo and other grappling sports. As a judo expert and veteran coach, Steve Scott merges traditional martial wisdom with modern kinesiology, the study of human anatomy and movement. This new biomechanical perspective helps competitors develop every facet of their grappling skill, giving them a clear advantage in controlling opponents. Athletes involved in martial arts...Paperback$5200Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Dao in Action
In this collection of fables, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming shares the stories that have influenced him most as a martial artist and lifelong student of the Dao. They bring the Dao to life for readers of all generations. Whoever we are, wherever we're going, these short tales help us along the path - the Way. Some offer the traveller a moral...Paperback$4800Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Art and Science of Stick Fighting
Simplicity is the shortest distance between two points. - Bruce Lee, The Tao of Jeet Kune Do The best of both Eastern and Western stick fighting techniques. This book stands apart from other stick fighting training manuals. While most titles focus on forms and twirling, The Art and Science of Stick Fighting emphasizes the dynamics of combat. The author draws...Hardback$10800Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Art and Science of Stick Fighting
Simplicity is the shortest distance between two points. — Bruce Lee, The Tao of Jeet Kune Do The best of both Eastern and Western stick fighting techniques. This book stands apart from other stick fighting training manuals. While most titles focus on forms and twirling, The Art and Science of Stick Fighting emphasizes the dynamics of combat. The author draws...Paperback$6300Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Art and Science of Staff Fighting
NINE LEVELS, EASY TO EXPERT This book stands apart from other staff training manuals. While most titles focus on forms and twirling, The Art and Science of Staff Fighting emphasizes the dynamics of combat. The author draws on thirty years of martial experience, presenting the best of both Eastern and Western traditions. Joe Varady guides readers through such fundamentals as...Paperback$5900Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksTaijiquan Theory of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming 2nd ed
Profound - In Depth - Taijiquan Theory In the last seven centuries, many songs and poems have been composed about Taijiquan. These have played a major role in preserving the knowledge and wisdom of the masters, although in many cases, the identity of the authors and the dates of origin have been lost. As a lifelong pursuit, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming...Hardback$11500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksTai Chi Chuan Martial Applications
This 3rd edition includes a new and easy-to-follow layout. Become proficient in a variety of high-level skills, including sensing, neutralising, yielding, striking, chin na, and even throwing. Each technique is presented in four to six large photographs with detailed instructions on how to perform the movements. Motion arrows are used on the photographs to help you execute the movements correctly....Paperback$7100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksTai Chi Chuan Classical Yang Style
Tai Chi Chuan Classical Yang Style by Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang has been recognised with several prestigious awards, including being a finalist in the Best Books Award from USA Book News, the Gold Winner in the Living Now Book Awards, and the winner of both the Eric Hoffer Award and the eLit Award. Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) is a slow and...Paperback$6900Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksSimplified Tai Chi Chuan
This revised edition of our best selling beginner Tai Chi Chuan book includes a new and modern easy-to-follow layout. Every tai chi movement is presented in 2-4 large photographs with clear instructions, followed by key points to help you learn properly. In 1956, the Chinese Athletic Committee created the Simplified 24 Posture Tai Chi form from the Yang style. The...Hardback$9900Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksKrav Maga Professional Tactics
For security-conscious civilians, law enforcement officers, military personnel, and security professionals alike who want to improve their chances of not just surviving an armed attack but increasing the odds of prevailing without serious injury. Krav Maga Professional Tactics owes its popularity in professional law enforcement, military, and security circles to its practicality, simplicity, quick retention, easy learning curve, and brutal...Paperback$6600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksKodokan Judo Throwing Techniques
Throughout the long history of Japan's martial traditions, judo has evolved into one of the nation's richest and most revered cultural legacies. The vast array of judo techniques has branched out into three distinct categories: throwing techniques, grappling techniques, and striking techniques. Of these, throwing techniques (nage-waza) represent some of the most dynamic and compelling aspects of this world-famous martial...Hardback$10500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksHendo
A riveting memoir by the first MMA double champion and two-time Olympic wrestler who cut a polarising path as a firebrand figure and went on to become a legend. “Dan Henderson is a savage. He came from a pure, wrestling background with very little striking training, and he went and became one of the most dangerous, one-punch knockout artists in...Hardback$7100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksFight Like a Physicist
Fight Like a Physicist provides an in-depth, sometimes whimsical look into the physics behind martial arts for sport and self-defence. Whether you are an experienced martial artist or a curious enthusiast, this book can give you an unfair advantage by unravelling the complex science of effective fighting techniques and examining the core principles that make them work. Dr. Thalken invites...Paperback$3499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksFighter's Fact Book 2
When you've mastered the skills taught in this book, you will truly be ready to defend yourself in some of the most desperate situations imaginable. You will learn how to defend yourself against multiple assailants, violent dogs, and knife attacks. You'll learn how to contend with close-quarters attacks and adversaries who are impervious to pain. You'll also get no-nonsense instruction...Paperback$4299Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksFighter's Fact Book 1
With over 45 years of experience in the ring, on the mat, and in the street, Loren W. Christensen understands the daily challenges martial artists face. In Fighter's Fact Book 1, he has put together a collection of over 400 tips, drills, principles, concepts, and exercises to give you the edge, no matter what style of martial art you practise....Paperback$4299Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksFacing Violence
Facing Violence: Seven Steps to Legal, Emotional and Physical Preparation. This book stands alone as an introduction to the context of self-defence. There are seven elements that must be addressed to bring self-defence training to something approaching complete. Any training that dismisses any of these areas leaves you vulnerable. 1. Legal and ethical implications. A student learning self-defence must learn...Hardback$8100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksDefensive Tactics
Whether you are a law enforcement officer seeking to improve your edge or a martial artist wanting to expand your knowledge of street-proven techniques, you will find Defensive Tactics: Street-Proven Arrest and Control Techniques is filled with invaluable information to prepare you for even the most difficult scenarios. Highlights include: Joint manipulation that works Leverage control vs. pain control Striking...Paperback$6500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksChinese Gung Fu
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