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Essential karate technique sequences deomonstrated by acknowledged experts in the field of Shotokan Karate
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In the practice of karate, throughout the world and all levels, there is one sure constant - the Kata. These formal sequences of karate techniques form the basis of all proper practice, and their range in degree of difficulty means that they can be taught throughout a student's career. This new edition, which first appeared as two separate volumes, covers the first thirteen Shotokan Kata: Heian Shodan, Heian Nidan, Heian Sandan, Heian Yondan, Heian Godan, Tekki Shodan, Bassai-Dai, Empi, Sochin, Jion, Hangetsu and Nijushiho. Fully illustrated with photographs of each move, the accompanying text explains each sequence fully and clearly with a thorough investigation of the Kata's 'bunkai' or application. The authors concentrate not only on physical conditioning, but also on the correct mental and spiritual attitude. Complete with an exploration of the historical background and development of the Kata, this book will prove indispensable to all students of karate. (19950214)
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
this book is very helpful where it comes to learning the detail of the kata. The applications help you to understand what you're doing and so are very helpful.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you want to learn Kata, then this book is one of the most helpful. If you want to learn proper bunkai, then the applications within the book will help you start to look at the kata differently.
Look at Rick Clark's "Martial Arts for the University", for a revelation as to how Tekki Shodan can be used.
Otherwise, this book is definitely worth the money!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
On having re-visited this book after my first reading of it nearly ten years ago, I was surprised to see how much detail & accuracy I discovered in it. A fairly large book & for the karate-ka initiate, probably the only one they will need for the first three years of their training.
I'm so glad that I did not review it all those years ago, as I may not have done it the justice it deserves.
It covers the five Heian Kata, Tekki Shodan, Bassai Dai & Kanku Dai, Empi, Sochin, Jion, Hangetsu & Nijushiho. Admittedly not all of the Brown Belt kata are here, but there are more than enough to get one though to black belt (Shodan) easily & almost ready for 2nd degree Nidan.
Don't be put off by some the negative reviews listed here. Always be wary of those anonymous reviewers who don't have the dignity & gall to put their name against their slating remarks. The pictures are good, clear & well labelled.
The fact that this book is still in print and has been going strong for more than 14 years must stand as some sort of testament to its usefulness & popularity. The very fact that the authors are still teaching is another.
The thing that caught my eye straight away & therefore proved its authenticity to me was the opening moves of some of the basic kata. There are not many books purporting to show kata moves that describe them as accurately as this one does. Trimble & Morris obviously paid a lot of attention to detail in the laying out the pictures for the kata. Take the first move of Heian Shodan e.g., the first picture shows Trimble looking to the left, in the next picture he is focusing his fists & arms & stepping out to the left & rear, finally in the next frame he correctly performs the downward block to the left & rotates the hips in a properly formed front stance. With all due sincere respect to the late Nakayama Sensei, this detail is omitted in his Best Karate: Heian, Tekki. Vol 5 (Best Karate) series of books.
The kata applications (bunkai) are more advanced than any other I have seen in any other book & sadly there are not many books that show bunkai. To qualify that remark, I have every book there is on Shotokan Karate!
I sincerely believe that you won't be disappointed with this book, unlike some other titles I could mention, you'll only need this one book to get you through to Black Belt for kata.
It does not show any kihon or kumite, but then, you should be learning & practicing this down at your local dojo - shouldn't you!?
I'm so glad that I did not review it all those years ago, as I may not have done it the justice it deserves.
It covers the five Heian Kata, Tekki Shodan, Bassai Dai & Kanku Dai, Empi, Sochin, Jion, Hangetsu & Nijushiho. Admittedly not all of the Brown Belt kata are here, but there are more than enough to get one though to black belt (Shodan) easily & almost ready for 2nd degree Nidan.
Don't be put off by some the negative reviews listed here. Always be wary of those anonymous reviewers who don't have the dignity & gall to put their name against their slating remarks. The pictures are good, clear & well labelled.
The fact that this book is still in print and has been going strong for more than 14 years must stand as some sort of testament to its usefulness & popularity. The very fact that the authors are still teaching is another.
The thing that caught my eye straight away & therefore proved its authenticity to me was the opening moves of some of the basic kata. There are not many books purporting to show kata moves that describe them as accurately as this one does. Trimble & Morris obviously paid a lot of attention to detail in the laying out the pictures for the kata. Take the first move of Heian Shodan e.g., the first picture shows Trimble looking to the left, in the next picture he is focusing his fists & arms & stepping out to the left & rear, finally in the next frame he correctly performs the downward block to the left & rotates the hips in a properly formed front stance. With all due sincere respect to the late Nakayama Sensei, this detail is omitted in his Best Karate: Heian, Tekki. Vol 5 (Best Karate) series of books.
The kata applications (bunkai) are more advanced than any other I have seen in any other book & sadly there are not many books that show bunkai. To qualify that remark, I have every book there is on Shotokan Karate!
I sincerely believe that you won't be disappointed with this book, unlike some other titles I could mention, you'll only need this one book to get you through to Black Belt for kata.
It does not show any kihon or kumite, but then, you should be learning & practicing this down at your local dojo - shouldn't you!?
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not very much about bunkai
The book is filled with step-by-step walktroughs of the katas. Every kata begin with a good and thorough steptrough, then follows one or two applications for a few choosen... Read more
Published on 3 May 2004
Supericial bunkai but nice photos
If you were hoping to discover the deeper, hidden or historical intent of these kata, forget it - it's clear that the authors are just making it up as they go along! Read more
Published on 6 May 2003 by M. Broomfield
Karate Kata Applications by Vince Morris and Aidan Trimble
I have been been a karate-ka for an excess of 10 years on and off and now as Sempi find this book very useful not only to myself but also students. Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2003
A helpful book for all shotokan karate students
This book is useful for all age and ability students of shotokan karate. Although no book can take the place of regular training sessions with a sensei, books such as this can be... Read more
Published on 23 Oct 2002 by "aefiandtom"
THIS BOOK IS KARATE-TASTIC!
I LOVE THE MARTIAL ARTS SO MUCH!
I have been training in the Martial Arts of Shotokan Karate for 2 years and 3 months now and although it's really fun it can sometimes be... Read more
I have been training in the Martial Arts of Shotokan Karate for 2 years and 3 months now and although it's really fun it can sometimes be... Read more
Published on 7 May 2002 by M. Fox
A worthwhile book for your collection
Definitely not for beginners but a useful reference book for intermediate and advanced students. Plenty of kata step by step and applications pictures. Read more
Published on 14 Nov 2001
Jackonory Bunkai
The Kata descriptions are OK, but the BEST KARATE series if by bar BETTER.
the Bunkai are just the usual Shotokan Myth stuff. Read more
Published on 3 July 2000 by "grizzlyadams1708"
Utter Rubbish !
This book, like many others in this category, demonstrates a fundamental ignorance of the origin and development of Karate kata and therefore, completely misses the point of where... Read more
Published on 7 April 2000 by tenzenryubugei@breathemail.net
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