Whether you are a kendo fanatic or merely curious about the martial arts, this book will interest you. The author, Geoff Salmon, has taken the lessons learned over his 45 year kendo career and distilled them into a series of instructive, thought-provoking articles covering kendo training methods and techniques, as well as the attitudes and philosophies that make kendo a lifetime's pursuit for many people. It highlights some of the differences between kendo training in Japan and other parts of the globe and also includes some light-hearted commentary on this martial sport. At the core of this book are the direct teachings of some of the great 2nd and 3rd generation kendo teachers, which have been either reproduced or paraphrased by the author. Salmon also uses his own experience to guide readers towards developing correct, efficient kendo. Geoff Salmon holds the grade of 7th Dan and is one of the few westerners to have passed the new All Japan Kendo Federation kyoshi examination. He has lived and trained in Japan and has devoted 45 years to the study of kendo. Geoff teaches kendo internationally and writes about the art at www.kendoinfo.net; he is also the author of 'Kendo, A Comprehensive Guide to Japanese Swordsmanship'.

This book reviews the importance of nonverbal behavior in any communication, especially in the martial arts. Whether a student, instructor or school owner, this book is a must to enhance the messages you send as well as those you receive. This book covers nonverbal behavior in basic communication and its importance when dealing with students, customers, at martial arts tests and functions, when competing or sparring, as well as nonverbal warning signs of a of a potential attack. Communicating without the knowledge and understanding of nonverbal behavior is like communicating with someone from a foreign country whose language you do not know. Knowledge of nonverbal behavior will enhance your ability to communicate with others in every aspect of your life.

Providing a flexible approach for readers of different ages and lifestyles, this book proposes that Qi Gong is necessary for vitality, longevity, and serenity for everyone. Through a simple technique which associates body movements to breathing and concentration, Qi Gong restores vital energy and keeps the body healthy and agile. Ofreciendo un enfoque flexible para lectores de varias edades y estilos de vida, esta guia propone que el Qi Gong es necesario para establecer y mantener la vitalidad, longevidad y serenidad para todos. A traves de una simple tecnica la cual asocia los movimientos del cuerpo con la respiracion y la concentracion, el Qi Gong restaura la energia vital y mantiene al cuerpo agil y saludable.

So many forms of Tai Chi and different ways of doing them. Ultimately all ways come from one way; which at it's time of creation, was destined to become many ways through the evolution of physical and spiritual growth. My interpretation of Tai Chi comes from my own experiences and perspectives through life. We are all individuals; we are all built differently and we all think and feel differently. Tai Chi is an expression of who and what we are. To learn Tai Chi well we must have a good teacher, but we must also not forget that our Tai Chi primarily comes from within us; thus we are our own master.