Short description
Each book in this collection examines the history, philosophy, terminology, ceremony, basic elements, and motivation surrounding the various martial arts. The basic stances, techniques, and combinations are taught through the use of step-by-step photo sequences. The many benefits of martial arts--self-confidence, physical fitness, self-control, coordination, self-defense, and stress relief--are explored.
Long description
Each book in this collection examines the history, philosophy, terminology, ceremony, basic elements, and motivation surrounding the various martial arts. The basic stances, techniques, and combinations are taught through the use of step-by-step photo sequences. The many benefits of martial arts--self-confidence, physical fitness, self-control, coordination, self-defense, and stress relief--are explored. Also supplied is a glossary and a list of international organizations.