Karate Kata and Applications: v. 1

by Aidan Trimble (Author), Aidan Trimble (Author), P.M.V. Morris (Author)

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  Paperback
  1990

  $3.25

  A book of essential karate kata techniques, demonstrated by experts in the field of Shotokan karate. The kata are formal sequences or karate techniques, and Shotokan karate contains 26 of these. This volume covers the first six katas, and is aimed at beginners in the field. The authors have previously published The Karate-Do Manual and The Advanced Karate Manual . Vince Morris has been four times British team champion, a successful international squad member in kumite and has represented Britain in Kata at the European championships. Aidan Trimble is World, European and British Champion in Kumite and twice winner of the English all-styles Kata Championships.

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  Paperback
  1991

  $3.25

  The Kata are a sequence of formal karate techniques which form the basis of each practice. All the techniques incorporate a range of difficulty so that each can be taught at varying stages of a student's career. Each move is illustrated and in this fourth volume six of the Shotokan Kata are covered. The Kata include Tekki Nidan, Tekki Sandan, Wankan, Meikyo, Bassai-Sho and Gojushiho-Dai and the text explains each sequence with an investigation of application. The authors concentrate not only on physical conditioning, but also on the correct mental and spiritual attitude for the application of karate.