Karate Basics: Everything You Need To Get Started In Karate - From Basic Punches To Training And Tournaments (Tuttle Martial Arts Basics)

Are you planning to learn Karate, but don't know where to begin? Are you looking for a teacher? Are you taking a class but confused by the technical terms used to describe the punches? Karate Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this ancient martial art form in a clear and easy-to-understand manner! This book contains the following vital information: The origins of Karate ù its philosophy, history, and different schools How to find a teacher a classùthat is right for you Getting ready for your first classùwhat happens in a Karate class? The essential elementsùstances, blocks, thrusts, strikes, punches, and kicks How to complement your Karate trainingùwith sparring drills and kata Practical ways to succeed in Karateùhow to create a training program, test for belt promotion, and an overview of competitions and tournaments Resourcesùto help you develop your knowledge and understanding of Karate Whether you're just getting started, or have already been training for a year or two, Karate Basics offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to the sport that will make you feel more confident and enable you to become successful much more quickly.

• • Author: Robin Rielly
• • Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
• • Publication Date: Mar 27, 2018
• • Number of Pages: 192 pages
• • Language: English
• • Binding: Paperback/Sports & Recreation
• • ISBN-10: 0804845891
• • ISBN-13: 9780804845892