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NINE LEVELS, EASY TO EXPERT This book stands apart from other staff
training manuals. While most titles focus on forms and twirling,
The Art and Science of Staff Fighting emphasizes the dynamics of
combat. The author draws on thirty years of martial experience,
presenting the best of both Eastern and Western traditions. Joe
Varady lays out a comprehensive course of study in nine levels,
from beginner to expert. He guides readers through such
fundamentals as stances, striking, blocking, and footwork. In
advanced lessons, readers learn disarming techniques, groundwork,
and facing multiple opponents. But this book is not just for staff
enthusiasts. Even those unfamiliar with martial arts can adapt
these techniques, increasing their skill and confidence in
defending themselves. "Our environment is usually full of
improvised weapons," Varady writes. Staff fighting techniques can
be effectively applied in a self-defense situation using a walking
stick, coatrack, curtain rod, floor lamp, hockey stick, fallen tree
branch, broom, mop, shovel, or rake." Equipped with this knowledge,
readers will begin to realize that, in one way or another, they are
nearly always armedand capable of defending themselves. This book
features *Nine levels of instruction, progressing from easy to
expert*Over 600 photos with motion arrows*A nondenominational"
approach to staff, utilizing the best of Eastern and Western arts*A
comprehensive, methodical approach to building staff skills If you
are already a student of the staff, these lessons will not conflict
with your katas or current style. Instead, they will augment your
techniques, broadening your options. Whether you are an experienced
staff fighter or a layman seeking practical techniques for
self-defense, The Art and Science of Staff Fighting will help you
develop the skills you need.
WINNER - Sports, 2016 Best Books Award BECAUSE NOT ALL KRAV MAGA IS
THE SAME TM Israeli krav maga is the official self-defense system
of the Israel Defense Forces. Krav maga training shares the same
principles for civilians, law enforcement, and military personnel
alike to deliver them from harm's way. Goals however, are different
for law enforcement and military personnel. This book is designed
for security-conscious civilians, law enforcement officers,
military personnel, and security professionals alike who want to
improve their chances of not just surviving an armed attack, but
increase the odds of prevailing without serious injury. Krav maga's
popularity in professional law enforcement, military, and security
circles is attributable to its practicality, simplicity, quick
retention, easy learning curve, and brutal effectiveness. This
effectiveness is built on a few core tenets and simple building
blocks. General principles are applied and customized to suit the
needs of a dynamic violent situation. Contents include: *Mind-sets,
reactions, and tactics in response to violence*The highest-level
counters against multiple armed attacks and threats*Core kick,
clinch, and tackle defenses*Core ground survival
tactics*Multiple-opponent strategies and tactics*Impact weapon
defenses*Edged weapon defenses*Firearm disarms and
retention*Includes 954 detailed photographs The most up-to-date
tactics presented in this book focus on the most common violent
scenarios. These techniques derive from the author's translation of
the Israeli Krav Maga Association (IKMA) curriculum. The IKMA is
the governing body for krav maga, recognized by the Israeli
government and headed by Grandmaster Haim Gidon. Responsible people
seek krav maga training as a shield against violence.
Nestor Capoeira, a long-time teacher of capoeira and noted "mestre
"(master), begins this revised edition of his bestseller with an
in-depth history of the Brazilian art, giving the most popular
theories for the origins and purposes of this movement that
combines the grace of dance with lethal self-defense techniques in
a unique game-song structure. He discusses some of the most famous
capoeristas and their influence on the art. In addition, he
describes how the two major branches of capoeira (Angola and
Regional) came about and the differences between them.
"The Little Capoeira Book's "clear descriptions of the game, or
"jogo, "explain the actual application of capoeira, vaguely similar
to sparring but very different in purpose and style. The music of
capoeira, which is played during all "jogo, "is also examined,
along with its main instrument, the "berimbau."
The author includes a how-to guide with photographs showing basic
moves for beginners, with offensive and defensive applications for
simple kicks, takedowns, advanced kicks and movements, head butts,
hand strikes, and knee and elbow strikes. Each technique is vividly
depicted with drawings that are easy to understand and learn from,
and "mestre "capoeira includes an explanation of both Angola and
Regional versions.
Discover gripping true crime stories and the surprising tools you
need to keep you and your family safe -- from iconic legal
commentator, TV journalist, and New York Times bestselling author
Nancy Grace. Nancy Grace wasn't always the iconic legal commentator
we know today. One moment changed her entire future forever: her
fiance Keith was murdered just before their wedding. Driven to
deliver justice for other crime victims, Nancy became a felony
prosecutor and for a decade, put the "bad guys" behind bars in
inner-city Atlanta. Now, with a new and potentially life-saving
book, Nancy puts her crime-fighting expertise to work to empower
you stay safe in the face of daily dangers. Packed with practical
advice and invaluable prevention tips, Don't Be a Victim shows you
how to: * Fend off threats of assaults, car-jack and home invasion
* Defend yourself against online stalking, computer hackers and
financial fraudsters * Stay safe in your own home, at school and
other public settings like parking garages, elevators and campsites
* Protect yourself while shopping, driving and even on vacation
With insights on so many potential threats, you'll be empowered to
protect yourself and your children at home and in the world at
large by being proactive! Nancy's crime-fighting expertise helps
keep you, your family, and those you love out of harm's way.
Modern Ninja Warfare takes a contemporary look at the stealthy
methods of the Ninja (Shinobi). Ninja historian Antony Cummins,
himself a skilled martial artist, takes a detailed and realistic
look at the Ninja, their methods and their role in the medieval
Japanese military, as well as how they compare to today's Special
Forces and covert military groups. Cummins collected information
from members of Special Ops, police forces, CIA and more about the
techniques they use in the twenty-first century, and compares it
against his extensive knowledge and research of historical ninjutsu
methods. Readers will get a detailed look at the defensive
strategies, engagement against specific threats, intelligence
gathering, territorial concerns, mental focus and the spiritual
mind-control techniques of these invisible warriors--both of the
past and present. With over 100 striking illustrations that vividly
portray the Ninjas' secret world, this book shines new light on
their shadowy methods. In the process, the mythical image of the
Ninja is washed away revealing the reality of these commando-spies
of medieval Japan.
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