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| Isshinryu Weapon Kata Bo and Sai - Mike Reeves (DVD) The bo and sai are two of the oldest traditional Karate weapons. On this DVD, Sensei Mike Reeves teaches you five Isshinryu Kata, three for the bo, one for the sai plus a two person bo set to practice your offense and defense skills. Learn the following katas: - Tokumine-No-Kun (bo)
- Urashi-Bo (bo)
- Shishi-No-Kun (bo)
- Bo Kumite (two person bo set)
- Kusan-Ku-Sai (sai)
Each kata is filmed from the front, side, rear and overhead, so you can clearly see each movement and follow along. In addition to demonstrating from multiple angles, Sensei Reeves explains how to perform the movements and gives tips on properly handling the bo and sai. Whether you practice Isshinryu or want to add weapons kata to your training, this DVD is an excellent way to learn the kata of the bo and sai. Mike Reeves is a 7th degree black belt in Isshinryu Karate and a 10-time World Champion and World Record holder in breaking. |  |
 | Shotokan Karate - Serge Chouraqui 5th Dan (Video) 5th Dan Serge Chouraqui demonstrates the complete programme of the Shotokan style of Karate. All basic and advanced techniques are explained, including the first five Shotokan katas. I found this video very helpful starting as a complete novice.Good demos of kicks, punches, blocks, combinations and basic Kata. It is a handy video to own for extra studying (out of lessons) as it breaks down every move very well, so at least you can see how to do them properly even if you cannot physically do it. | |
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| Karate Kata - Hirokazu Kanazawa Shihan SKI (Video) This excellent video was originally designed to complement the SKIF kata book series. While this might have been the intention, the reality is that the video far exceeds the books in usefulness. For modern Shotokan enthusiasts bent on excellence in the dojo and success in high level competition these demonstations of kata by Sensei Kanazawa are without compare. Together they demonstrate and explain in great detail the fine art of Shotokan kata and just how it should be performed. The series of demonstrations is uncompromising in its attention to detail, Sensei Kanazawa powerful, dynamic, and fluid. If you are really serious about Shotokan karate, it's difficult to imagine that you could manage without this video. It really is an infallible guide, a point of reference, a source of inspiration, a companion on the long journey to mastery of the art of Shotokan karate. Sensei Kanazawa is about to issue a new set of DVDs - Mastering Karate - Return here for more news. |  |
| Grading Syllabus for Shotokan Karate 9th to 1st Kyu (DVD) Guide for the student of Shotakan Karate, demonstrating all Kyu grades. The DVD takes you through typical grading scenarios from 9th to 1st Kyu. Most impressive of all is the section on the Katas - each Kata can be viewed to count (i.e. one count one move) or at normal speed, and for both speeds there are multiple camera angles. For the Katas alone, this DVD is worthwhile. The camerawork is clear and the navigation system is very useable. If you are beginner to intermediate, this DVD is for you. | |
| Kata Tensho: Ancient Form to Modern day Application (DVD) Tensho, which literally means ‘turning hands’, is one of the two main forms of the Goju-Ryu school of karate-do. This book covers 500 years of the history of this form together with 160 step-by-step illustrated instructions for its use today. This kata emphasizes the soft aspects of Goju Ryu. Tensho, along with its harder counterpart sanchin, was developed by Goju ryu founder Chojun Miyagi from earlier Chinese forms. Tensho may be a variant of the Southern Chinese Kung Fu form Rokkishu. Chris Rowen is highly regarded in the martial arts world, having qualified in Japan under the legendary 10th Dan Gogen Yamaguchi, and his direct karate lineage can be traced back to the fifteenth century. He is also the presenter of several martial arts DVDs. |  |
 | Bo Jitsu starring Hokama Tetsuhiro (DVD)Hokama Tetsuhiro is one of Okinawa's most talented masters of Bo Jitsu. In this video you will learn rare bo forms from a true Okinawan Master of the Bo. You will also be taught all new combinations suitable for competitions as well as the basics of the Bo. Shot in Okinawa and Master Hokama is speaking Japanese but his movements and knowledge is easy to follow. Approx. 55 minutes Full Color. | Search for this on ebay
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