{"product_id":"the-way-of-kata-a-comprehensive-guide-for-deciphering-martial-applications-paperback","title":"The Way of Kata: A Comprehensive Guide for Deciphering Martial Applications - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLawrence A. Kane\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eKris Wilder\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Principles for Understanding Kata are Largely Unknown - Until Now\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe ancient masters developed kata, or \"formal exercises,\" as fault-tolerant methods to preserve their unique, combat-proven fighting systems. Unfortunately, they deployed a two-track system of instruction where an 'outer circle' of students unknowingly received modified forms with critical details or important principles omitted. Only the select 'inner circle' that had gained a master's trust and respect would be taught okuden waza, the powerful hidden applications of kata.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe theory of deciphering kata applications (kaisai no genri) was once a great mystery revealed only to trusted disciples of the ancient masters in order to protect the secrets of their systems. Even today, while the basic movements of kata are widely known, advanced practical applications and sophisticated techniques frequently remain hidden from the casual observer. The principles and rules for understanding kata are largely unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis groundbreaking book unveils these methods, not only teaching you how to analyze your kata to understand what it is trying to tell you, but also helping you to utilize your fighting techniques more effectively--both in self-defense and in tournament applications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFifteen general principles to identify effective techniques \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTwelve discrete rules for deciphering martial applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComprehensive insights into kata history, strategy and tactics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVital physiological considerations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWell organized materials for easy reference and comprehensive understanding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLawrence A. Kane is the author of Surviving Armed Assaults and Martial Arts Instruction, as well as co-author of The Way of Kata and The Way to Black Belt. He has also published numerous articles about teaching, martial arts, and countervailing force. Over the last 30 years he has studied and taught a wide variety of martial arts including Goju Ryu karate, kobudo, medieval weapons forms, and close-quarters combat (e.g., knife, gun). Working stadium security he has been involved in hundreds of armed and unarmed confrontations. Lawrence lives in Seattle, WA. Kris Wilder began his martial arts training in 1976 in the art of Tae Kwon Do, he has earned black belt-level ranks in three arts: Tae Kwon Do (2nd Degree), Kodokan Judo (1st Degree) and Goju-Ryu Karate (5th Degree), which he teaches at the West Seattle Karate Academy. He is a regular columnist for Traditional Karate Magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 310\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 x 9.2 x 7.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 01, 2005\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47426119696562,"sku":"9781594390586","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/b80f0d08d9ef6b04109f12d42df0ddc2.webp?v=1778510440","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/the-way-of-kata-a-comprehensive-guide-for-deciphering-martial-applications-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}