An authoritative text supporting the newcomer to Karate with all they need to know, up to black belt level.
An indispensable guide..
This new edition includes brand new material on partner work, more grading tips to help you avoid making common mistakes, and new footwork diagrams to help you understand the movements better.
This book covers all the training needed to attain a black belt.
In total there are ten gradings to be passed in order to get a black belt - this, on average takes a student four years to attain.
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.
There are many styles of Karate but the most widely practised outside of Japan is Shotokan Karate.
It originated in Japan and has become popular throughout the world.
Karate is a martial art that focuses on the application of strikes using predominantly the hands and feet.
Photographs and clear instructions take you step by step through the kata.
Packed with photographs detailing techniques and kata (the combinations of techniques students need to master to progress through the belts) this book is designed to take the student step by step through the progression of Shotokan Karate, taking each belt in turn.
An authoritative text supporting the newcomer to Karate with all they need to know, up to black belt level
