Description
Uncover the rich history of martial arts with our comprehensive guide, 'Ancient Chinese Weapons: A Martial Artist's Guide'. This brand new publication, published by YMAA Publication Center in 2023, offers an extensive exploration of the vast array of weapons developed over the past 5,000 years in Chinese martial traditions. Perfect for martial artists looking to expand their expertise, this guide covers the essential techniques and strategies associated with various weapons.
Whether you practice Kung Fu, karate, Taekwondo, or any Indonesian martial art, you'll find invaluable insights tailored to your needs. Discover how the classification of weapons into Long Weapons, Short Weapons, Soft Weapons, and Projectile/Thrown Weapons can enhance your training.
Inside, you'll find over 130 detailed illustrations that bring each weapon to life, alongside a thorough exploration of the history and evolution of these ancient tools. Not only will this guide help you choose the perfect weapon for your body type and strength, but it will also engage those interested in the historical aspects of warfare.
This guide is accessible and easy to navigate, making it an essential resource for martial artists at any level or even history enthusiasts. Each section is crafted to give you the knowledge needed to understand the purpose and applications of ancient weapons, enriching your martial arts journey.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781594399756, Format: Paper over boards.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781594399756
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2023
Publisher: YMAA Publication Center
Description:
Martial artists that reach a certain level of proficiency with their barehanded fighting forms, may choose to expand their knowledge to include weapons techniques.
Over the past 5,000 years, the Chinese have developed a vast array of weapons, built for a multitude of purposes. These weapons and their derivitaves are found in all martial art styles, including Kung Fu, karate, Taekwondo, and Indonesian styles.
You may ask
What weapon should I choose?
What are their original or main purposes?
What is the history of these weapons?
What weapon is right for my body type or strength?
Ancient Chinese Weapons: A Martial Artists Guide is an easy reference guide designed to offer the answers. It is profusely illustrated, easy to navigate, and conveniently broken down into the four main classifications: Long Weapons, Short Weapons, Soft Weapons, and Projectile / Thrown Weapons.
Contents include:
Techniques and fighting strategy for many kinds of weapons
The history and evolution of Chinese weapons
Weapons classifications
Over 130 illustrations
Inside you will find ancient Chinese weapons of many types, from swords and spears, sharpened coins to flying claws! Even if you're not a martial artist, but have an interest in history and warfare, you'll find this guide an invaluable resource.
Whether you practice Kung Fu, karate, Taekwondo, or any Indonesian martial art, you'll find invaluable insights tailored to your needs. Discover how the classification of weapons into Long Weapons, Short Weapons, Soft Weapons, and Projectile/Thrown Weapons can enhance your training.
Inside, you'll find over 130 detailed illustrations that bring each weapon to life, alongside a thorough exploration of the history and evolution of these ancient tools. Not only will this guide help you choose the perfect weapon for your body type and strength, but it will also engage those interested in the historical aspects of warfare.
This guide is accessible and easy to navigate, making it an essential resource for martial artists at any level or even history enthusiasts. Each section is crafted to give you the knowledge needed to understand the purpose and applications of ancient weapons, enriching your martial arts journey.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781594399756, Format: Paper over boards.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781594399756
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2023
Publisher: YMAA Publication Center
Description:
Martial artists that reach a certain level of proficiency with their barehanded fighting forms, may choose to expand their knowledge to include weapons techniques.
Over the past 5,000 years, the Chinese have developed a vast array of weapons, built for a multitude of purposes. These weapons and their derivitaves are found in all martial art styles, including Kung Fu, karate, Taekwondo, and Indonesian styles.
You may ask
What weapon should I choose?
What are their original or main purposes?
What is the history of these weapons?
What weapon is right for my body type or strength?
Ancient Chinese Weapons: A Martial Artists Guide is an easy reference guide designed to offer the answers. It is profusely illustrated, easy to navigate, and conveniently broken down into the four main classifications: Long Weapons, Short Weapons, Soft Weapons, and Projectile / Thrown Weapons.
Contents include:
Techniques and fighting strategy for many kinds of weapons
The history and evolution of Chinese weapons
Weapons classifications
Over 130 illustrations
Inside you will find ancient Chinese weapons of many types, from swords and spears, sharpened coins to flying claws! Even if you're not a martial artist, but have an interest in history and warfare, you'll find this guide an invaluable resource.