Eddie Ferrie
Autore di Taekwondo: Traditional Art & Modern Sport
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Although it originated in China, kung fu is now one of the most popular martial arts in the West. This book examines the history and philosophy behind this ancient martial art and sutdies its application as a modern combat sport.
Eddie Ferrie gives advice on how to get started, then explains the basic punching and kicking technques before exploring more complex combinations. All techniques are described in detail and illustrated with step-by-step photographs. Furher sections on combat and self-defence, plus a glossary of terms, make this a comprehensive study of kung fu that will appeal to all martial arts practitioners.
Eddie Ferrie has practiced a number of martial arts, and his extensive experience includes training in Wing Chun kung fu, taekwondo, karate, ju-jitsu and judo, in which he is a 3rd dan and a BJA Senior Coach.
A writer and photographer, Eddie Ferrie contributes marital arts articles to many national and international news papers and magazines, and has written several books, including Taekwondo and Ju-jitsu, also published by Crowood.
Contents
1 History adn origins of kung fu
2 Getting started: Basic training
3 Basic techniques-Hands
4 Basic techniques-Kicking
5 Training with partners
6 Combat sport
7 Self Defense
8 Kung fu for health
Glossary of Chinese names and terminology
Index… (altro)
Eddie Ferrie gives advice on how to get started, then explains the basic punching and kicking technques before exploring more complex combinations. All techniques are described in detail and illustrated with step-by-step photographs. Furher sections on combat and self-defence, plus a glossary of terms, make this a comprehensive study of kung fu that will appeal to all martial arts practitioners.
Eddie Ferrie has practiced a number of martial arts, and his extensive experience includes training in Wing Chun kung fu, taekwondo, karate, ju-jitsu and judo, in which he is a 3rd dan and a BJA Senior Coach.
A writer and photographer, Eddie Ferrie contributes marital arts articles to many national and international news papers and magazines, and has written several books, including Taekwondo and Ju-jitsu, also published by Crowood.
Contents
1 History adn origins of kung fu
2 Getting started: Basic training
3 Basic techniques-Hands
4 Basic techniques-Kicking
5 Training with partners
6 Combat sport
7 Self Defense
8 Kung fu for health
Glossary of Chinese names and terminology
Index… (altro)
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- Opere
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- ISBN
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Introduction
1 Ju-jitsu: Genesis and Rebirth
2 Philosophy and Ethics
3 Anatomy
4 Basics and Breakfalls
5 Blocking Techniques and the Psychology of Ju-jitsu
6 Striking Techniques: Atemi-waza
7 Locking, Choking and Immobilisation techniques
8 Throwing Techniques: Nage-waza
9 Self-Defence Techniques
10 Traditional Ju-jitsu: the Roots of the Art
Afterword
Glossary
Index