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Taekkyon: Traditional Korean Martial Art

Taekkyon is a native Korean martial art that was nearly lost forever during the early 1900′s. Preserved by Grandmaster Song Duk-ki until his death, it is considered a Cultural Asset by the Korean government. The movements of Taekkyon are characterized by rhythmic beauty and grace that hide the deadly intent of its practitioners. In this DVD, filmed on location at the historical Korean Folk Village in Yongin, Grandmaster Lee Yong-bok, head of the Korea Taekkyon Association, and his National Demonstration Team present dynamic performances of Taekkyon at its best including: * Fundamentals and warm-up exercises* Footwork and Kicking Skills* Hand skills* 6 Types of Partner practice* Advanced kicking skills* Group kicking and technique practice* Basic and Advanced Taekkyon Forms* Kyo Roo Gi: Free Sparring* Interview with Grandmaster Lee Yong Bok* A brief history of Taekkyon* Philosophy of Taekkyon This DVD is a rare look at one of the oldest surviving Korean martial arts.

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Kata and the Transmission of Knowledge: In Traditional Martial Arts

AWARD FINALIST

To truly understanding Kata means really knowing your history.

All too frequently, martial arts practitioners study their art without truly understanding where it comes from, how it was developed, and why it was created in the first place. Indeed, many don’t care – and if you feel this way, you should put this book down. For the rest of us, who have taken our art beyond tournaments, it is reasonable to expect that we want to uncover the past. We want to understand the where, why and how of martial art development. We are intellectually curious about our combative history.

To study the combative arts is to understand the circumstances of their development and to gain insights into the views and ethics of the societies that created them. As we travel back in time, we see consistent evidence of martial systems being influenced by those that came before and/or invaded. We also see the use of ‘pre-arranged’ fighting patterns kata to transmit proven techniques from one generation to the next.

It is this transmission of martial knowledge, through kata and other forms of communication, that this book will explore. The author will demonstrate that pre-arranged fighting techniques katas were used by ancient Greek, Egyptian, Asian, African and European societies. And that Poetry, Dance, and Song were also significant methods of preserving and transmitting battle-tested fighting tactics through the ages.

The purpose of kata training is not to become bound by the form but to transcend the form itself – to evolve.

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MAS Traditional Japanese Hakama size Large 28 inches

The traditional Japanese style Hakama is a wash and wear skirt in a pleated design with two sections serving as pant legs. Koshiato in back attaches ties for a comfortable fit at waist. Made of 65% polyester and 35% rayon

• Traditional Japanese style Hakama
• Made of 65% polyester and 35% rayon
• Full Length & High Quality

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Middleweight Traditional Jacket Black Size 5

Middleweight Traditional Jacket The best design and the best quality in a middleweight!! See our Amazon Store at www.blackbeltshop.net

• Traditional Jacket has six rows of chain stitching and a non-woven interfacing to keep lapel firm and straight.
• Generously cut through shoulders and chest for a greater range of movement.
• Preshrunk 7.25 oz polyester and cotton twill.
• Available in White, Black, Red, or Blue.
• Sizes 0-8.

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Kata and the Transmission of Knowledge: In Traditional Martial Arts

AWARD FINALIST

To truly understanding Kata means really knowing your history.

All too frequently, martial arts practitioners study their art without truly understanding where it comes from, how it was developed, and why it was created in the first place. Indeed, many don’t care – and if you feel this way, you should put this book down. For the rest of us, who have taken our art beyond tournaments, it is reasonable to expect that we want to uncover the past. We want to understand the where, why and how of martial art development. We are intellectually curious about our combative history.

To study the combative arts is to understand the circumstances of their development and to gain insights into the views and ethics of the societies that created them. As we travel back in time, we see consistent evidence of martial systems being influenced by those that came before and/or invaded. We also see the use of ‘pre-arranged’ fighting patterns kata to transmit proven techniques from one generation to the next.

It is this transmission of martial knowledge, through kata and other forms of communication, that this book will explore. The author will demonstrate that pre-arranged fighting techniques katas were used by ancient Greek, Egyptian, Asian, African and European societies. And that Poetry, Dance, and Song were also significant methods of preserving and transmitting battle-tested fighting tactics through the ages.

The purpose of kata training is not to become bound by the form but to transcend the form itself – to evolve.

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Swordsmen of China – Film Music

Swordsmen of China – Film Music by You-sheng LinThis product is manufactured on demand using CD-R recordable media. Amazon.com’s standard return policy will apply.

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Winning Edge Traditional Karate [VHS]

This tape shows all the newest rule changes in the WKF and features former champion and former head referee of the USA NKF Dr. Alex Sternberg who is well known in the traditional karate field as an expert in the area of coaching and officiating. He will show you why and how kumite points and kata points are scored so that you as a competitor or as a parent can better understand how and why the points are are awarded.

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Qigong: Traditional Chinese Exercises for Healing Body, Mind, and Spirit [VHS]

Qigong is Chinese meditation in motion, an ancient healing art using posture, exercise, breathing, and concentration. This video shows you how to harness the power of qi–the energy of the universe–to heal body and mind. Qigong uses dynamic, gentle movements and meditative postures. The video starts with a warm-up of whole-body breathing. Then master instructor Ken Cohen teaches a selection of exercise sets to cleanse the body, recharge it with fresh qi, circulate qi where it is needed, and disperse stagnant areas. He also teaches a series of healing sounds and techniques of standing meditation and walking meditation, along with posture and self-massage. This is a fine introduction to qigong, with many months of learning in this one 90-minute video. The setting is outdoors and seems Asian, with rocks, greenery, and a wooden bridge. Informational booklet included. –Joan Price

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