martial arts

Discusses the mental and physical benefits of martial arts training for children, describes and illustrates basic exercises for developing a healthy mind and body, and includes information on safety, and clothing and equipment.

Discusses the history, techniques, and training related to karate, judo, and kung fu.

Gives a basic introduction to karate, judo, and ninjitsu.

Provides information about the origins, styles, and practice of kung fu, karate, taekwondo, and ninjutsu, with photographs that illustrate various techniques, and includes discussions of martial arts weapons.

Matthew Polly recounts the experiences he had during the two years he spent living and studying in China, performing with the Shaolin monks, who taught Matthew important lessons about life and his place in the universe.

Describes the history of martial arts, samurais, and ninjas, martial arts in the movies, and introduces some famous martial artists.

A step-by-step practical guide to tae kwondo, karate, aikido, ju-jitsu, judo, kung fu, tai chi, kendo, iaido and shinto ryu.

A photo-illustrated introduction to martial arts that describes uniforms, schools, stances, throws, grappling, competitions, and other related topics.

Simple text and photographs briefly describe some of the throws and techniques of martial arts such as karate, Kung fu, Tae kwon do, and judo.

Provides a historical overview of martial arts, explaining the various forms of this activity.