This two-volume work is a true manual of Okinawan Kobudo. It contains the basics of this martial art and a wealth of techniques for the most important weapons: Bo and Sai (Volume 1) as well as Nunchaku, Tonfa and Police Tonfa (Volume 2). In addition to the basic techniques, numerous examples of kumite techniques as well as representative classical and modern kata are presented in detail and comprehensibly in words and pictures. The third part of this book deals with the modern use of the tonfa as a multi-purpose police baton. Basic techniques, such as various methods of bringing the tonfa into readiness, blocks, thrusts, punches and levers are explained in detail and illustrated with numerous photographs. In addition, special techniques are presented that can be of utmost importance to the police officer in practical use.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Habersetzer, R.
Title
Kobudu. Band 2: Nunchaku, Tonfa, Polizei-Tonfa
Details
Paperback, many bw-photos and bw-drawings. 236 pages.
