Kurzbeschreibung
Complete guide to the fast-growing martial art. 680 b/w photos.
Synopsis
One of the world's most exciting, varied and practical martial arts, Hapkido consists of thousands of techniques encompassing all forms of martial skills: strikes, kicks, blocks, avoiding movements, joint locks, chokes, throws, tumbling, ground fighting weapons, meditation and healing. This introductory text portrays Hapkido in its entirety and includes all the basic material required by novices during their initial training. Sixty practical self-defence techniques for most types of attack are clearly illustrated through hundreds of photographs. Precise anatomical drawings of over 83 common oriental pressure points and comprehensive chapters on history and philosophy should be of interest to anyone seeking a concise overview of this fast-growing martial art.
Über den Autor
Marc Tedeschi is an internationally respected artist, designer, educator, and martial arts master, who has practiced martial arts for more than 25 years, training extensively in Hapkido, Taekwondo, Jujutsu, Judo, and Karate. Tedeschi's unique ability to blend his skills as a designer, writer, and martial artist has resulted in numerous books, widely acknowledged for their design excellence, outstanding imagery, and clarity of content. He is the author of twelve works, including a unique series of general martial arts books that provide an in-depth look at the core concepts and techniques shared by a broad range of martial arts.
