Savate is an artifact of French Martial culture, developed and crafted by Masters of both Savate and La Canne. This fully illustrated book combines two complete books into one. In every dynamite-packed page, experts teach you through pictures and technical instructions. You learn quickly and easily through our amazing new "slow motion picture" method. You learn every stance, every punch, every kicks, flexibility, and every jump kicks as demonstrated by our experts. It's just like getting personal instruction in your own home. The experts who prepared these instructions wants everyone to know how to play assaut and combat. These instructions can serve as a reviewer for Savate students who are scheduled for a glove ranking examinations as well. So the price was made so low that everyone could afford to have these instructions. In this two books in one, we will be concentrating on two Savate sports activities. This book includes essential tools and tactics to play assaut & combat. In order to preserve the French traditions of this art, all techniques will be in the original French terms. ASSAUT: This combat game is a light contact type fight sport. Majority of FISAV and FF Savate train and compete in assaut. All strikes must be masterfully controlled and delivered without force. The emphasis of this game is style and technique. COMBAT: This combat game is full contact type kickboxing bout. This competition is for the most experienced fighters. Combat athletes, male and female, are highly trained fighters, who are scored on technique, precision, efficiency, ability and fighting spirit. This book offers step by step fully illustrated course in Savate from Blue Glove level to Yellow Glove level. This book includes a complete technical guide for coaches, athletes, martial arts enthusiast, and everyone. The courses is divided into seven parts: (1). The enumeration and explanation of Savate techniques, forms and movements. (2). Scientific flexibility warm up that will enable students to be able to kick high. (3). Technical exercises and proper body alignment performed alone to master the aesthetic of Savate forms. (4). Combined exercises facing an opponent, the proper form of kicks, punches, movement and closing the distance. (5). Technical and scientific exercises from English boxing (6). Simple blocks, parrying and evasions. (7). Technical abilities, Sparring and special striking combinations. This book have been used by schools , universities, clubs, martial arts federations, individuals, libraries, recreation centers, and sports training academies throughout the world. "The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read" - Mark Twain This complete book will guide you, and it will serve as your roadmap. This book will be a perfect companion for your Savate training, it will aide you with scientific methods to help you enhance your abilities in Assaut and Combat competitions.

A well-placed kick can mean the difference between victory and defeat in a fight! This illustrated guide to martial arts kicks provides the reader with a wealth of information on 89 different types of kicks from various styles. This martial arts book features kicks from Karate, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Kung Fu, Kempo, Capoeira, Jeet Kune Do, and more. In a self-defense situation, there is no room for defeat. Readers will learn how to unleash a devastating barrage of kicks to throw their opponents off guard and leave every match in victory. The Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks has one purpose: to help readers hone their kicking proficiency so that they can readily deploy the most powerful tool in the fighter's repertoire. It contains thousands of photos and diagrams to show readers exactly how to perform all of the 89 kicks inside this book. Packed with full-color photos, detailed diagrams and a companion DVD featuring 50 of the most powerful kicks, this book is required reading for every martial artist who wants to sharpen and expand their kicking skills. You'll learn all about: Front Kicks Side Kicks Roundhouse Kicks Back Kicks Hook Kicks Crescent Kicks And many more!

If you want to acquire the skills needed to defend against larger, stronger adversaries without devoting a lifetime to martial art study, this book offers a viable solution: become an expert low kicker. The anatomical targets emphasized in most self-defense programs (eyes, throat, testicles) are stunningly effective - if you can hit them. But that's often easier said than done when your adversary is big, mean and coming at you with both fists flying. By comparison, the knees, shins and insteps are relatively easy to hit even without extensive training or above-average strength. In fact, the average person - even the average woman - has enough lower-body strength to deliver a punishing kick to these vital targets. In this book, Fred Hutchinson, author of The Modern Swordsman, offers basic instruction on stance, kick chambering, weight shifting and footwork. He then teaches specific training drills and methods for throwing chambered and unchambered kicks; practicing proper kicking form; training for agility, speed, accuracy and power; maximizing your kicking power through lower-body conditioning; and employing low kicks tactically. Practice them consistently and you will become adept at dealing out destruction with your feet and knees should the need arise.

The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.

In close-quarter combat, there is no second chance and no room for error. On the street, as in military combat, even the smallest mistake can make the difference between life and death. U.S. Army Hand-to-Hand Combat is the official field manual (FM 21-150) used by U.S. Army soldiers—men and women trusted, trained, and tasked to protect the United States from enemies in every kind of situation. When weapons are unavailable or not advisable, the techniques in this manual will show every reader the skills necessary to neutralize an attacker swiftly and effectively.

' "Did you see the big fight this weekend'" The question used to be about boxing matches, when the giants of the fight world were Mike Tyson and Roy Jones. Now fans are leaving the sweet science in droves for the combat sport of the future: mixed martial arts (MMA). MMA has drawn millions on cable and network television, as well as out-performed professional wrestling and boxing on pay-per-view. Fans are attracted to the sport, but unlike boxing (where strategy and technique are limited to using both your left and right hands), an MMA fight can be surprisingly complicated. The MMA Encyclopedia puts the fighters, the facts, and the fundamentals of the world's fastest growing sport at your fingertips as the definitive reference guide to mixed martial arts. The encyclopedia will break the MMA language barrier for those who don't know a wristlock from a wristwatch, while at the same time offering perspective and analysis that will entertain the hardcore fan who already has the basics down pat. With three appendices that detail the results of every MMA'fight in history, this the ultimate reference book for the ultimate sport.

Mikinosuke Kawaishi was founder of the 'Kawaishi Method' of Judo. Along with progressing the sport of Judo in France he also spent considerable effort in creating created a practical method of Self Defence. My Method of Self-Defence covers many techniques you would find in a typical Judo text but also techniques that are exclusive to self-defence methods. This book is intended for either the novice or experienced person involved in martial arts. Clear, thoughtful instructions along with illustrations provide the user with information on various techniques including wrist attacks, defending against various weapons, immobilizations, etc. With nearly 100 illustrations this book is a valuable learning aid for the beginner or advanced student of martial arts as well as a historical reference. Mikinosuke Kawaishi was a Japanese master of Judo who achieved the rank of 7th Dan. He led the development of Judo in France, and The Fédération Française posthumously awarded him 10th Dan in Judo and Jujutsu.

Hi. I see you’re reading the back of my book. This tells me that you either: A) are hoping to find a brief summary of what to expect from a how-to book by Sterling Archer, the world’s greatest secret agent, or B) don’t know how books work. If your answer was “A,” your best bet is probably the table of contents, which is where you’ll find the “contents” of this book listed in a convenient, easy-to-read “table” format. So maybe go check that out for a minute and then come back here. I’ll wait. . . . Pretty cool, right? What other book will teach you how to dress properly and how to drive an elephant? How to field strip an AK-47 and how to haggle with a Thai prostitute—in her native tongue? How to pilot an airboat and how to make about a million delicious cocktails, including a Molotov one? How to kill a guy and how to prepare a fabulous brunch? Plus how to do tons of other stuff that I forgot, but that is nonetheless probably in this book (which, to be honest, I really only kinda skimmed). So if you want to learn more about how to be more—or at all—like Sterling Archer, the world’s greatest secret agent, quit smearing your greasy fingerprints all over this book and buy it. For one thing, I really need the royalties. For another thing, the last time I checked, this wasn’t a damn library. (Note: If your answer was “B,” this probably isn’t the book you want to start with.)

Master the moves of krav maga—the international self-defense and physical fitness sensation Increasingly popular around the world, krav maga is the renowned hand-to-hand Martial Arts defense fighting designed by the Israeli military forces. Swift, powerful, and simple, it is an effective method for fending off any kind of attacker—and it is also an amazing workout. Regardless of size, strength, and fitness level, anyone can master the essentials of krav maga—and reap the rewards of increased safety, confidence, and conditioning. With moves you can learn in as little as five minutes, or train and practice for long-term success, Krav Maga covers all the below: *What is Krav Maga all about *Instruction on how to protect your body's vulnerable target and learn weapons defense combat *Use an opponent's momentum to fuel your counterattack *Escape all kinds of grips and holds *Combine training punches, kicks, and other moves into a powerful conditioning workout--to lose weight, increase core strength, and improve muscle tone *Use specially designed drills and a 12-week training program to become a kravist--a smart and prepared fighter Written by one of America's foremost krav maga experts, this exciting new guide opens the door to an empowering and important set of techniques that you or anyone can master.