Karate Kata Training

Geir Store's thoroughgoing guide is the first book to offer a form comprehensive training method for kata -- the traditional of karate and the sequence of movements needed to obtain grading qualifications. Exploring both the physical and mental aspects of the art, the author covers history, techniques, training, and presentation in an inspirational text enhanced by Japanese calligraphy. This new paperback edition, including an analysis of the specific kata required by the World Union of Karate Organizations, a dictionary of terms and principles, and more than 100 clear action photographs, is bound to motivate even more students.