The Art of Ground Fighting: Principles & Techniques - Hardcover

Tedeschi, Marc

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0834804964 ISBN 13: 9780834804968

Publisher: Weatherhill, 2002

Synopsis

New softcover edition available May 2015, ISBN 978-1891640759
The 2002 first-edition is out-of-print. Signed hardcover first-editions still available direct from the author, thru Amazon (see "MarcTedeschi" listing under third-party sellers).-----One in a series of remarkable books that provide an in-depth look at thecore concepts and techniques shared by a broad range of martial arts styles.-----This illuminating work outlines the essential principles and techniques that define the art of ground fighting in most martial arts. More than 1,200 outstanding photographs introduce over 195 practical techniques encompassing all types of ground skills: chokes, head locks, joint locks, pins, ground kicks, sacrifice techniques, and defenses and counters from seated, reclining, and kneeling positions. Comprehensive introductory chapters provide an authoritative overview of important technical principles, East Asian energetic concepts, and 109 fundamental skills encompassing body positions, stances, footwork, ground movement, transitional movement, and common methods of tumbling and falling. Precise anatomical illustrations and descriptions of 106 common Oriental pressure points, and a visual comparison of different martial arts, make this an invaluable resource for all martial styles. 
Expertly written and designed by the author of the 1,136-page Hapkido--widely acclaimed as the most comprehensive book ever written on a single martial art--this exceptional work is designed to stand alone, or function as a companion text with the author's other works on martial techniques and anatomy. Regardless of the style you practice, these books will enrich your training, improve your technique, and deepen your understanding of the unique qualities embodied in your own martial art. View sample pages, read book reviews, or get more information at marctedeschi.com -----

About this title

From the Author:

New softcover edition available May 2015, ISBN 978-1891640759
The 2002 first-edition is out-of-print. Signed hardcover first-editions still available direct from author, thru Amazon (see "MarcTedeschi" listing under third-party sellers).

About the Author:

Marc Tedeschi is an internationally respected designer, photographer, educator, and martial arts master. He has studied Eastern philosophy, healing arts, and combatives for more than 40 years, training extensively in Hapkido, Taekwondo, Jujutsu, Judo, and Karate. A prolific writer, Mr. Tedeschi's landmark publications rank with the finest ever produced on the healing and martial arts. He is the author of over a dozen works, including the 1136-page Hapkido, the 896-page Taekwondo, Essential Anatomy for Healing and Martial Arts, and a unique series of general martial arts books that provide an in-depth look at the core concepts and techniques shared by a broad range of martial arts.

About this edition

• Publisher: Weatherhill
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0834804964
• ISBN 13: 9780834804968
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 208