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An authoritative text supporting the newcomer to karate with all they need to know, up to black belt level. Packed with clear photographs detailing techniques and kata, (the combinations of techniques students need to master to progress through the belts) this book will be clearly laid out and designed to take the student step by step through the progression of the martial art, taking each belt in turn. Photographs will be accompanied by clear instructions from the author, a trained instructor with his own karate school. Karate is a martial art that focuses on the application of strikes using predominantly the hands and feet. It originated in Japan and has become popular throughout the world. There are many styles of karate but the most widely practised outside of Japan is Shotokan Karate. Training in karate is normally divided into three sections: the basic technique; kata, or sequencing of techniques to imaginary opponents; and kumite, the sparring done with an opponent. Gradings are the exams needed to be passed to progress on to the next level. Around three months is needed to progress through each grading.There are typically three or four gradings per year, each with a syllabus. In total there are 10 gradings to be passed in order to get a black belt - this, on average takes a student 4 years to attain. This book would cover all the training needed to attain a black belt.
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Ashley Martin started training in karate in 1992, and has since been an instructor and grading examiner. In 2003 he co-founded Just Karate Ltd., an organisation that offers quality karate instruction (www.justkarate.co.uk) to private clients, at public classes, and at schools as part of the Physical Education teaching.
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Karate is a Japanese martial art based on techniques developed in Okinawa and China that focuses on self-defense using punches, kicks and blocks. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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THIS IS WHAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!!
This book has excellent coverage of the entire syllabus to black belt level and the step by step illustrations make it really easy to use while i practice on my own. I particularly like the grading syllabus summaries at the beginning of each chapter. The one page kata sheets at the back of the book are also an excellent resource making for a quick reminder of the kata sequence.
I have purchased many shotokan karate books in the past and have found that they never seem to want to cover the grading syllabus. In addition, having trained with many instructors it amazes me how little information is given on the grading requirements and how many of us poor students get to gradings without fully knowing what is going on.
This book has excellent coverage of the entire syllabus to black belt level and the step by step illustrations make it really easy to use while i practice on my own. I particularly like the grading syllabus summaries at the beginning of each chapter. The one page kata sheets at the back of the book are also an excellent resource making for a quick reminder of the kata sequence.
I have purchased many shotokan karate books in the past and have found that they never seem to want to cover the grading syllabus. In addition, having trained with many instructors it amazes me how little information is given on the grading requirements and how many of us poor students get to gradings without fully knowing what is going on.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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This book is a very well thought out piece of work. with clear diagrams and in depth explanations this book makes it easy for any shotokan karate-ka to learn or to help in addition to their training.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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This book covers, in appropriate detail, the entire grading syllabus for Shotokan Karate. On its own just a formal reference describing what is required for each grade is very welcome.
Where this book really shines is the descriptive text and accompanying pictures that really illustrate the requirements for training and grading up to 1st Dan (Black Belt). One note of caution; I would not use this book as an exclusive source in Shotokan Karate martial arts...actual structured training in a Dojo is still required.
Where this book really shines is the descriptive text and accompanying pictures that really illustrate the requirements for training and grading up to 1st Dan (Black Belt). One note of caution; I would not use this book as an exclusive source in Shotokan Karate martial arts...actual structured training in a Dojo is still required.
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Brilliant
Well laid out book, a fantastic complement to your Dojo training.
The syllabus is laid out with a chapter per grade. Read more
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Published 6 months ago by disneyrex
Brilliant
I bought this book for my brother and it is just fantastic. Loads of really good information which has helped alot with his technique. I am going to buy one for myself as well. Read more
Published 14 months ago by KWarburton
The definitive text
The Shotokan Karate Bible details the authentic journey to black belt. This is Sensei Enoeda's legacy in an authoritative text with a meticulous attention to detail that is so hard... Read more
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