Kwan Bu Jutsu

A Presentation of Kwanmukan Martial arts

By Patrick M Hickey

Overview

This book expresses the essential features of the martial art known as Kwanmukan which flows from the pre-World War II teachings of Funakoshi Gichen by way of the Korean karate masters who trained in Japan prior to World War II. Kwanmukan is also influenced by Toyama Kanken through his association with Yoon Byung-in, a practioner of Kwan Bop Bu. These rich influences and unique perspectives make Kwanmukan a unique karate system that still incorporates the spirit of Okinawan grappling and throwing arts that were removed from many Japanese karate systems. Truly, this book is rich with information and insights for any martial artist.
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Description

This book outlines the fundamental aspects of the martial art known as Kwanmukan. Topics in the book include:

  • Karate and Kwanmukan History and Development.
  • Martial Exercises and Kihon (uke - defending, tsukete - punching, uchi - striking, ate - blows, and keri - kicking), throwing, grappling, joint locks, body conditioning, and breathing.
  • Technical aspects of kime, pelvic motion, internal, and external technique.
  • Kenka Aiki Jitsu, heated arguments, pushing, and shoving.
  • Kata, Kihon Kata, and the interpretation and use of kata.
  • Kumite, including pre-arranged, waza, and free-fighting skills, tactics, and strategies.
  • Basic Physiology and Fitness for Martial Artists.
  • Extreme Martial Arts (basic floor gymnastics) and Breaking.
  • Kobudo and other weapon training.

Throughout the book and in the appendix, you will find information on many aspects of the martial arts, including essays on tradition, goal setting, aging martial arts training, refereeing, and stories for kid's classes.

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About The Author

Patrick Hickey is considered one of the most influential and senior martial artists in the United States. He has studied Karate, Judo, Kobudo, and Japanese Jujitsu extensively. A student of Hanshi George E. Anderson, he has been involved with the Olympic karate movement since its inception. He is the President and Director of the USA Karate Federation, and the International Kwanmukan style of martial arts, which is an all-encompassing karate-based discipline that incorporates elements of punching, kicking, throwing, control methods, weapons, kobudo, and grappling.

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Book details

  • Genre:sports & recreation
  • Sub-genre:Martial Arts / Karate
  • Language:English
  • Pages:484
  • Paperback ISBN:9798317818210