Animal Day - Pressure Testing the Martial Arts (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

Animal Day - Pressure Testing the Martial Arts (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

Written with the intention of educating the reader in all aspects of 'pressure testing' the martial arts to ensure that the technique and character fit when it really matters. This book aims to explode the myths about what does and what does not work in martial arts on today's dangerous

Pavement Arena - Adapting Combat Martial Arts to the Street (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

This illustrated manual takes the martial artist step-by-step through everything necessary to convert their skills for use in the

Fear the Friend of Exceptional People (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

Caretaker (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

Watch My Back (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

Kendo: A Comprehensive Guide to Japanese Swordsmanship (Salmon Geoff)(Paperback)

Master the art of Kendo--Japanese Swordsmanship with this illustrated and comprehensive martial arts guide. Kendo or the 'Way of the Sword' holds a special place within the martial arts as one of the few practices tracing back directly to Japan's ancient samurai heritage. Modern students flock to

Hunting the Shadow - How to Turn Fear into Massive Success (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

Chinese Martial Arts Cinema: The Wuxia Tradition (Teo Stephen)(Paperback)

A study of the Chinese martial arts film focusing on the wuxia (martial chivalry) genre from its beginnings in the Shanghai cinema of the late 1920s to Ang Lee's Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000) and Zhang Yimou's Hero (2002) and House of Flying Daggers

Warrior - A Path to Self Sovereignty (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

Real Grappling (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

A step-by-step illustrated manual to achieve competence in the grappling

Filipino Martial Arts: Exploring the Depths (Lewis Peter A. H.)(Paperback)

The indigenous martial arts of the Philippines archipelago are known by a variety of names, including Arnis, Arnis de Mano, Eskrima, or Escrima, and are widely respected for the development of combat-effective defensive strategies and skills. The Filipino martial arts are fast and dynamic and

Throws and Takedowns of Judo (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

In this series of books on throwing and take-down techniques, Geoff Thompson, a leading expert on self-protection, teaches how to control vertical grappling and destroy an assailant with a demolishing throw. The book includes the original 'blow before throw'

Chinese Martial Arts (Lorge Peter a.)(Paperback)

In the global world of the twenty-first century, martial arts are practiced for self-defense and sporting purposes only. However, for thousands of years, they were a central feature of military practice in China and essential for the smooth functioning of society. Individuals who were adept in

Throws and Takedowns of Free-style Wrestling (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

In this series of books on throwing and take-down techniques, Geoff Thompson, a leading expert on self-protection, teaches how to control vertical grappling and destroy an assailant with a demolishing throw. The book includes the original 'blow before throw'

Throws and Takedowns of Greco-roman Wrestling (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

In this series of books on throwing and take-down techniques, Geoff Thompson, a leading expert on self-protection, teaches how to control vertical grappling and destroy an assailant with a demolishing throw. The book includes the original 'blow before throw'

Throws and Takedowns of Sombo Russian Wrestling (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

In this series of books on throwing and take-down techniques, Geoff Thompson, a leading expert on self-protection, teaches how to control vertical grappling and destroy an assailant with a demolishing throw. The book includes the original 'blow before throw'

Delavier's Mixed Martial Arts Anatomy (Delavier Frederic)(Paperback)

From powerful blows to explosive kicks, Delavier's Mixed Martial Arts Anatomy takes you inside the action and impact of one of the world's most popular, grueling, and challenging sports. Over 230 full-color photos and 120 anatomical illustrations allow you to go inside more than 120 exercises

The Demon's Sermon on the Martial Arts: A Graphic Novel (Wilson Sean Michael)(Paperback)

A graphic novel version of this classic collection of martial arts parables, written by Issai Chozanshi, an 18-century samurai, brings these tales alive in a captivating and immediately accessible way. The stories, which feature demons, insects, birds, cats, and numerous other creatures, may seem

Shape Shifter - Transform Your Life in 1 Day (Thompson Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

Powerful advice on personal development from an underdog turned success story. Do you believe that the world's leading lights are gifted from birth or even just plain lucky? In this groundbreaking guide, Geoff Thompson demonstrates that anyone with average ability and a strong desire can succeed in

The Demon's Sermon on the Martial Arts: And Other Tales (Wilson William Scott)(Paperback)

This collection of parables written by an eighteenth-century samurai is a classic of martial arts literature. The tales are concerned with themes such as perception of conflict, self-transformation, the cultivation of chi (life energy), and understanding yin and yang. Some of the parables seem

Day Trippers (Thompson Grace)(Paperback / softback)

Bug Club Independent Non Fiction Year 1 Blue C Martial Arts (O'Farrell Eamonn)(Paperback / softback)

Bruce Lee - A Life (Polly Matthew)(Paperback / softback)

The first authoritative biography of film star Bruce Lee, who made martial arts a global phenomenon, bridged the divide between eastern and western cultures, and smashed long-held stereotypes of Asians and

Day I Was Erased (Thompson Lisa)(Paperback / softback)

Eleven-year-old Maxwell is always, always in trouble. While visiting an elderly neighbour, he comes across a mysterious cabinet of curiosities and suddenly finds himself erased from his life: it's as if he's never existed. Maxwell needs to find a way to reverse his erasure, with the help of his