Combat sports & self-defence
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Combat sports & self-defence
hardcover. Drawing on more than one hundred original interviews and an eclectic array of sources, Striking Distance is an engrossing narrative that chronicles the pioneering martial arts scene that thrived on San Francisco Bay in the early 1960s and offers an in-depth look at a widely unknown chapter of Bruce Lee's iconic life. Num Pages: 272 pages, 25 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WSTM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 24. Weight in Grams: 535.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- University of Nebraska Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780803269606
- ISBN
- 9780803269606
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 25.56
€ 26.99
€ 25.56
Paperback. Series: The Bruce Lee library. Num Pages: 192 pages, b&w. BIC Classification: VXA; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 189 x 129 x 17. Weight in Grams: 322.
- Publisher
- Tuttle Publishing
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- New edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780804834711
- ISBN
- 9780804834711
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.68
€ 15.99
€ 11.68
Paperback. Suitable for aspiring boxers, this title shares tips and suggestions on how to improve skills and maximize performance. It includes tips and training methods that allow you to master the individual nuances of boxing to give you the winning edge. Num Pages: 160 pages, 360 colour photographs. BIC Classification: WSTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 183 x 10. Weight in Grams: 460. The Ultimate Training Manual. 160 pages, 360 colour photographs. Suitable for aspiring boxers, this title shares tips and suggestions on how to improve skills and maximize performance. It includes tips and training methods that allow you to master the individual nuances of boxing to give you the winning edge. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSTB. Dimension: 245 x 183 x 10. Weight: 464.
- Publisher
- Crowood Press
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847974624
- ISBN
- 9781847974624
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 20.55
€ 23.99
€ 20.55
Paperback. Teaches essential survival skills that can keep you safe on the street, covering awareness, avoidance, de-escalation, countervailing force, armed conflict, aftermath of violence, and weapon features/functions. Num Pages: 300 pages, b&w. BIC Classification: WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 186 x 24. Weight in Grams: 696.
- Publisher
- Ymaa Publication Center
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- illustrated edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594390715
- ISBN
- 9781594390715
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 21.58
€ 24.99
€ 21.58
Hardcover. Num Pages: 192 pages, 603 b/w photos. BIC Classification: WSTF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 288 x 222 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1222.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764347924
- ISBN
- 9780764347924
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 28.47
€ 42.99
€ 28.47
Hardcover. Num Pages: 240 pages, 934 colour photos. BIC Classification: WSTF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 215 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1474.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2019
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764348266
- ISBN
- 9780764348266
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 48.99€ 32.52
€ 48.99
€ 32.52
Hardcover. .
- Publisher
- Kodansha USA
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781568364759
- ISBN
- 9781568364759
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 32.49
€ 46.99
€ 32.49
Paperback. This guide blends Taoist philosophy and the everyday use of its principles through the Chinese art of T'ai Chi Ch'uan. The primary focus is on movement and stillness, which harmonizes the softness of movement with the stillness of the inner self. Num Pages: 279 pages, illus with 8-page colour plate section. BIC Classification: HPDF; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 17. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Publisher
- Sussex Academic Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 279
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781903900208
- ISBN
- 9781903900208
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 17.50
€ 17.99
€ 17.50
Paperback. Tae Kwon Do is a sport, a martial art, a fun way to keep fit and a means of self-defence that is suited to the modern age. Topics include: the grading system; the stances, weapons and vulnerable points of the body; and the training principles for strength, flexibility and speed. Num Pages: 160 pages, 105 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 166 x 10. Weight in Grams: 316. 160 pages, 105 b&w photographs. Tae Kwon Do is a sport, a martial art, a fun way to keep fit and a means of self-defence that is suited to the modern age. Topics include: the grading system; the stances, weapons and vulnerable points of the body; and the training principles for strength, flexibility and speed. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSTM. Dimension: 236 x 166 x 10. Weight: 316.
- Publisher
- Crowood Press
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861264541
- ISBN
- 9781861264541
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.50
€ 19.99
€ 18.50
Paperback. The martial art of Taekwon-Do was developed by the Korean military in the 1950s and spread internationally with the formation of the International Taekwon-Do Federation. This book gives insights into the performance and application of the first nine patterns (tul) that Taekwon-Do students must master to obtain the rank of 1st degree black belt. Num Pages: 144 pages, 600 colour photographs, 300 diagrams. BIC Classification: WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 181 x 10. Weight in Grams: 420. From Beginner to Black Belt. 144 pages, 600 colour photographs, 300 diagrams. The martial art of Taekwon-Do was developed by the Korean military in the 1950s and spread internationally with the formation of the International Taekwon-Do Federation. This book gives insights into the performance and application of the first nine patterns (tul) that Taekwon-Do students must master to obtain the rank of 1st degree black belt. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSTM. Dimension: 244 x 181 x 10. Weight: 412.
- Publisher
- Crowood Press
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861268983
- ISBN
- 9781861268983
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.54
€ 19.99
€ 18.54
paperback. Undoubtedly the most popular martial arts system in the world. Follow a pioneer of Taekwondo who helped to establish the art in America when nobody knew what it was. Num Pages: 168 pages, b&w. BIC Classification: WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 152 x 228 x 14. Weight in Grams: 284.
- Publisher
- YMAA Publication Center United States
- Number of pages
- 168
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781886969223
- ISBN
- 9781886969223
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.49
€ 17.99
€ 16.49
Paperback. Although millions of people around the world practice this fascinating art, very few know the real story behind it. Num Pages: 240 pages, b&w. BIC Classification: WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 372.
- Publisher
- YMAA Publication Center United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- Third Printing
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781886969933
- ISBN
- 9781886969933
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.62
€ 19.99
€ 18.62
Paperback. Helps you learn control and restraint techniques that reduce injury to your opponent. This book includes a modern, easy-to-follow layout; each movement is presented in 4-6 large photographs with lucid instructions on how to perform them; uses close-ups and motion arrows on the photographs to help with learning. Num Pages: 336 pages, 51 black & white illustrations, 858 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: VFMG; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 184 x 26. Weight in Grams: 872.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Ymaa Publication Center
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594393075
- ISBN
- 9781594393075
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 25.73
€ 30.99
€ 25.73
Paperback. Suitable for all students of tai chi, this edition includes an easy-to-follow layout. It features sections that offer a brief history of Tai Chi, the role of qi in tai chi, and detailed instructions on how to generate amazing "natural" physical power. Each technique is presented in large photographs with detailed instructions. Num Pages: 320 pages, 52 black & white illustrations, 255 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: VFMG; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 187 x 239 x 19. Weight in Grams: 602.
- Publisher
- Ymaa Publication Center
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594392948
- ISBN
- 9781594392948
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.63
€ 26.99
€ 23.63
Paperback. Demonstrates the most effective forms for harnessing the healing power of chi, or energy. This step-by-step guide comes complete with detailed instructions and full-colour photographic sequences for the basic movements and popular forms, such as Grasp Sparrow's Tail and Part the Wild Horse's Mane. Num Pages: 240 pages, 740 colour illustrations, 0 black & white illustrations, 0 black & white halftones, 16 co. BIC Classification: VFMG; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 252 x 179 x 13. Weight in Grams: 602.
- Publisher
- Human Kinetics Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- First
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781450401609
- ISBN
- 9781450401609
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.62
€ 26.99
€ 23.62
Paperback. Tali Chi Qigong is a foundation for good tai chi practice. This title is presened in an easy-to-follow layout. It includes with every movement large photographs and clear instructions, followed by a discussion of how the movements aid in improving Tai Chi practice. It is also popular with people who only want to obtain the health benefits. Num Pages: 240 pages, 15 black & white illustrations, 209 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: VFMG; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 185 x 14. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Publisher
- YMAA Publication Center United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Revised
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594392689
- ISBN
- 9781594392689
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 20.63
€ 23.99
€ 20.63
Paperback. Uncover long-held secrets of Yang style Tai Chi Chuan, passed down from generation to generation of Tai Chi masters. Num Pages: 120 pages, ill. BIC Classification: WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 186 x 14. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- YMAA Publication Center United States
- Number of pages
- 120
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781886969094
- ISBN
- 9781886969094
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 20.69
€ 23.99
€ 20.69
Paperback. Includes a modern, easy-to-follow layout; each movement is presented in 4-6 large photographs with lucid instructions on how to perform them; shows martial applications to help get the angles correct. Num Pages: 276 pages, 21 black & white illustrations, 529 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: VXH; WSTF; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 190 x 14. Weight in Grams: 506.
- Publisher
- Ymaa Publication Center
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 2nd Revised edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594392856
- ISBN
- 9781594392856
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.62
€ 26.99
€ 23.62
Paperback. A guide to the internal martial arts exercises of short-form Wu-Style Tai Chi. Num Pages: 304 pages, Full-color throughout. BIC Classification: WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 157 x 16. Weight in Grams: 584. Advanced Techniques for Internalizing Chi Energy. 256 pages, illustrations. A guide to the internal martial arts exercises of short-form Wu-Style Tai Chi. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSTM. Dimension: 229 x 157 x 16. Weight: 576.
- Publisher
- Inner Traditions Bear and Company
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594774713
- ISBN
- 9781594774713
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 15.35
€ 20.99
€ 15.35
Paperback. Written by an experienced teacher of Taijiquan, this book provides a detailed description of the Jian (the sword), its parts and how it should be held. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques. Num Pages: 224 pages, Full colour photographs throughout. BIC Classification: WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 253 x 178 x 16. Weight in Grams: 666.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848190115
- ISBN
- 9781848190115
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.41
€ 25.41
Paperback. A fundamental Taoist practice for enhancing and utilizing chi. Num Pages: 192 pages, Full color throughout. BIC Classification: VFMG; VXA; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Publisher
- Inner Traditions Bear and Company United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- Revised
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780892811953
- ISBN
- 9780892811953
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 17.55
€ 25.99
€ 17.55
Paperback. A guide to strengthening and repairing the tendons to reverse the effects of aging. Num Pages: 144 pages, 268 color and b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 154 x 8. Weight in Grams: 248.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Inner Traditions Bear and Company
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781594771873
- ISBN
- 9781594771873
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.56
€ 19.99
€ 14.56
paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Blue Snake Books United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781583942376
- ISBN
- 9781583942376
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.57
€ 20.99
€ 16.57
Paperback. Series: Special interest. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 173 x 15. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Publisher
- Ippon Books United Kingdom
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781874572701
- ISBN
- 9781874572701
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.22
€ 19.22