This book is for the beginner to the Black Belt. With illustrations and instructions.

This book is for the beginner to the Balck belt. With illustrations with all instrucitons.

One of the most demanding martial arts, karate combines physical fitness with mental and spiritual training. More and more people are now taking up the challenge, and this book is an essential companion to enhance any student's study of Shotokan karate. In this user-friendly approach, all the basics are presented in easy-to-follow lessons. Each move is broken down into stages, using step-by-step photography together with clear, concise instructions. And there are foot-position diagrams, so you can make sure you are getting it exactly right. Handy hints and tips throughout help you avoid common pitfalls, and there is advice on taking your training further, once your karate is more advanced. Lessons include: Warm-up Stances Punching Striking Blocking Kicking Combination work Sparring Karate: A Step-by-Step Guide to Shotokan Karate: Features clear step-by-step color photographs that illustrate all of the techniques Covers all the basics, from dojo (training hall) etiquette and grading, to the basic training itself Includes advice on performing kata--set sequences designed to develop particular areas of training Is perfect for both new students and those already in training

This is the student manual for Coventry Shotokan Karate Club. It is a good reference for beginner students starting to train in Shotokan Karate. The manual covers kihon, kata, kumite, and self-defense. It also provides students with guidance on conduct inside the dojo, and stresses the importance of spirit in karate-do.