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A comprehensive and authoritative guide to Shotokan karate. Shotokan is the world's most widely practiced style of karate. Every year, thousands of young karate students are taught Shotokan in clubs and schools (dojos) across North America. The Shotokan Karate Bible is a comprehensive illustrated guide suitable for all students of Shotokan karate, from beginners to those earning a black belt. The author outlines and explains the lessons for all 10 gradings. The book is organized by belt, and a syllabus lists the requirements for achieving each new level. Its pages are packed with more than 400 crisp color photographs detailing techniques and combinations, from beginning white belt, to sequencing (kata) and right up to sparring (kumite). Each kata sequence is clearly illustrated, step-by-step, on a double-page spread. The book includes all essential details that the karate student should know: The history of Shotokan karate Basic karate terms The uniform (gi) Dojo etiquette and bowing Sparring safety tips Tips on taking grading exams Training and development. The Shotokan Karate Bible is a brightly illustrated and clearly written guide that will benefit participants of Shotokan karate and be useful to instructors.

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For those determined to learn ... or to supplement a class, this book of fundamentals is comprehensive and worthy. -- Jane Van Wiemokly VOYA (02/01/2008)

The photos make it clear that Prior has a deep appreciation for his surroundings. Landscape photography at its finest, from the world's most beautiful unspoiled places. This book will take you places you wish to go and Prior's pictures will make that wish partly come true. [A] book that carries an earnest conservation message... preservation of the wilderness is critical to life on earth. Jaw-droppingly spectacular panoramas of mountains, valleys, deserts, savannas, icebergs, jungle and other extremely out-of-the-way places mostly unmarked by human footprints. For those determined to learn ... or to supplement a class, this book of fundamentals is comprehensive and worthy.--Jane Van Wiemokly VOYA (02/01/2008) For those determined to learn with no means for lessons with a teacher/sensei, or to supplement a class, this book of fundamentals is comprehensive and worthy.--Jane Van Wiemokly VOYA (02/01/2008)

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Ashley P. Martin is a Shotokan black belt, instructor and grading examiner. He is a co-founder of Just Karate Ltd an organization that offers karate instruction in public schools and for private clients.

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