Hapkido, Korean Art of Self-Defense

Author: Scott Shaw
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 9780804848794
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
Hapkido, "The Way of Coordination and Internal Power," is one of the three major Korean martial arts. Founded in 1963 by Master Choi Young-Sul, it is a complete system of self-defense, encompassing striking, kicking, and grappling techniques. Conceptually, Hapkido techniques more closely parallel those of Aikido than Taekwondo. In fact, as the author describes, there is a parental link between the arts. In Hapkido: Korean Art of Self-Defense, Scott Shaw presents a precise description of the techniques, concepts, and applications of this Korean martial art of self-defense. Profusely illustrated with 220 clear photographs, this instructional hapkido book describes and depicts self-defense techniques against a variety of punches, holds, and kicks. Hapkido has been utilized by military and law enforcement agencies worldwide, but until now little has been written on it. This hapkido guide is one of the few in English to present the essential techniques of this fascinating Korean martial art. Chapters include: The History and Development of Korean Martial Arts The Evolution of Hapkido Danjon: The Center of Ki Hapkido Fundamentals Hapkido Self-Defense Techniques

Tool Box Hapkido

Author: Frank Fedele
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0615440576
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 120

Book Description
I was motivated to produce this collection for two main reasons. The first was Hapkido captured my interest and has held it through 10 years of training. I am analytical by nature and I tend to want to break things down into small pieces and look at each piece intently. I also enjoy putting things together to accomplish an end goal. This is also how the title of the book you hold in your hand came about, Toolbox Hapkido. I consider each self defense technique a tool that is available in your self defense toolbox. As we add techniques, we add tools. This gives you more options.

Power Hapkido Master Essentials

Author: Myung Kim
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781508632313
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This is the black and white version. Grandmaster Myung Yong Kim proudly brings you the third and final book of the Power Hapkido series. Grandmaster Kim shows you all of the techniques that all Hapkido "Masters" should know. He begins with the advanced masters breathing exercises. Then he goes on to show the counter defenses to some of the more common Hapkido techniques and also techniques for side arm grabs, bear hugs, and head locks. He proceeds next to the advanced kicks along with some foot work for sparring. Finally, Grandmaster Kim shows you in detail the short stick (Dan Bong) techniques as well as the cane techniques. With this last book, you should have a very good understanding and foundation of Hapkido and its application in self defense.

Taekwondo Kyorugi

Author: Sang H. Kim
Publisher: Turtle Press
ISBN: 9781880336243
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 228

Book Description
Taekwondo Kyorugi is the authority on taekwondo sparring. Written by Korean Olympic Gold Medallist Kuk Hyun Chung, WTF Deputy-Secretary General Kyung Myung Lee and renowned martial arts author Sang H Kim, it is a direct translation of the original Korean text. Learn the skills, drills, strategies and methods used by Korean coaches and competitors for years. Footwork, kicks, hand target drills, heavy bag workouts, coaching, combinations, strategy, professional training, opponent analysis, conditioning, weight control, competition tips, official Olympic rules, scientific analysis of scoring and more.

Combat Hapkido

Author: John Pellegrini
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780897501811
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Descibes the origins, history, concepts, and techniques of the Hapkido form of martial arts, including coverage of effective defenses against strikes, grabs, kicks, chokes, knives, and guns.

Hapkido

Author: Marc Tedeschi
Publisher: Marc Tedeschi
ISBN: 9781891640803
Category : Hapkido
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
This is the first introductory text to accurately portray Hapkido in its entirety. One of the world's most exciting, varied, and practical martial arts, Hapkido consists of thousands of techniques encompassing all forms of martial skills: strikes, kicks, blocks, avoiding movements, joint locks, chokes, throws, tumbling, ground fighting, weapons, meditation, and healing. Clearly written and expertly photographed by the author of the landmark Hapkido: Traditions, Philosophy, Technique, this unique book is essential reading for anyone seeking a concise, honest, and accurate overview of Hapkido's history, philosophy, and techniques.

Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks

Author: Marc De Bremaeker
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462905587
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 674

Book Description
A well-placed kick can mean the difference between victory and defeat in a fight! This illustrated guide to martial arts kicks provides the reader with a wealth of information on 89 different types of kicks from various styles. This martial arts book features kicks from Karate, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Kung Fu, Kempo, Capoeira, Jeet Kune Do, and more. In a self-defense situation, there is no room for defeat. Readers will learn how to unleash a devastating barrage of kicks to throw their opponents off guard and leave every match in victory. The Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks has one purpose: to help readers hone their kicking proficiency so that they can readily deploy the most powerful tool in the fighter's repertoire. It contains thousands of photos and diagrams to show readers exactly how to perform all of the 89 kicks inside this book. Packed with full-color photos, detailed diagrams and a companion DVD featuring 50 of the most powerful kicks, this book is required reading for every martial artist who wants to sharpen and expand their kicking skills. You'll learn all about: Front Kicks Side Kicks Roundhouse Kicks Back Kicks Hook Kicks Crescent Kicks And many more!

Modern Arnis

Author: Remy Amador Presas
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
ISBN: 9780897500890
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
Covering a variety of preparatory stretches and warm-up exercises, the 12-zone striking and defense systems, hand-to-hand combat ("trapping hands”), flow-practice drills, sinawali and redonda, this 160-page, fully illustrated text gives novices a tangible amount of self-defense skill through specific drills. For example, the sinawali is taught without sticks, in empty-hand fashion, to illustrate how its weaving motions can be easily translated into empty-hand movements for blocking, punching, and takedowns. He discusses the 12 important angles of attacks on the human body, 12 basic ways of dealing with each angle, plus stick and sword disarming techniques.

Hapkido

Author: Bong Soo Han
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
ISBN: 9780897500111
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
Here is the first complete book in English on hapkido, the kick-oriented Korean martial art. Included are warm-up exercises, basic fighting position, punching and striking, blocks and kicks, and hapkido defenses, with more than 500 dynamic photographs.

Bully-Proof

Author: James Kerr
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781469951225
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64

Book Description
A simple and effective self-defense guide for children and teens on how to resist bullies. Created by a martial arts instructor with over 20 years of experience of teaching kids and adults self-defense techniques and character development. Everyone needs to know how to take care of themselves. There are few simple things that most people can do to effectively stop bullying. The techniques in this book are what he teaches his students. You can learn how to:- stand up for yourself;- not be intimidated;- avoid fights;- win fights; and- stop the bullying.Learn black-belt secrets on how to escape a tough situation...Fight dirty...Spit...Avoid the fleas...Kick...Smile... Pinch...Stop bullying and gain black belt confidence.